
i 




Class 
Book. 



COPYRIGHT DEPOSIT 



/6- 




SREENFTELD 



V 



LEADINQ 



BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



GREENFIELD, 



*^ AND VICINITY; 



EMBRACING ALSO 



Turners Falls, Orange and Athol. 



^-►•«^ ^^^^t»-^« . <3 — <. 



I ILLUSTRATED 



BOSTON : 

Copyright by 

MERCANTILE PUBLISHING COMPANY, 

No. 258 Purchase Street. 
1889. 



Va^ Vm. V/" 




PRKFACK. 



.^- 



Tn this historical and statistical review of the commercial and manufactur- 
ing interests of this section, it has been our purpose in as thorough a manner 
as was possible to justly describe tliose enterprises which have contributed so 
largely during the last half centui-y to the material advancement of tliese towns. 
History plainly shows that many large cities have owned their prosperity and 
growth chiefly to advantages of situation, great influx of foreign people, and 
similar causes. Of Greenfield and the other towns in this section it is pre- 
eminently true that the genius and efforts of their people, by the single process 
of internal development, have brought the present prosperity. This fact that 
the history of these towns has practically been made almost entirely by her 
business men, lends particular signiflcance to the close juxtaposition in which 
the account of her general and l)usin('ss interests are here placed. 

MERCANTILE PTTBLISHTNG CO. 



(SEE CONTEXTS ON LAST PAGE.") 



HISTORICAL SKETCH 



OF 



GRKKNFIKLD. 



The history of Greenfield does not differ materially, as regards its more 
prominent features, from that of many other New England towns, for like most 
of our Massachusetts communities of any especial importance the town has 
developed the most with the past score of years or so, its growth being almost 
entirely due to the advancement of manufacturing interests. There are some 
I^eculiarities of Greenfield's progress however, which are deserving of much 
juore than passing mention and one of the most significant and gratifying of 
these is the magnitude of the retail business as compared with the population 
of the town, it being estimated that 12.00 worth of goods are sold here to every 
dollar's worth that changes hands in the average community of no greater 
poi)ulation. This of course can be explained by the simple statement that 
Greenfield is the trade center for a large area of country, but such a statement 
does not tell the whole story by any means, for the causes which have contrib- 
uted to make the town a favorite resort with retail buyers must be understood 
before the matter can be appreciated, and a careful perusal of tlie sketches of 
the representative mercantile houses in this volume will go far to make such an 
understanding possible. These concerns, as a whole, have adopted a most 
liberal and enterprising policy, and as a result, the residents of the sections 
adjoining Greenfield find it well worth their while to purchase the bulk of their 
supplies from these' far-sighted and well-equipped houses. Activity and pros- 
perity iu mercantile circles argue satisfactory financial facilities, and certainly 
the town is well supplied in this important resi)ect, there being three national 
banks and two savings banks within its limits. Greenfield is the shire town of 
Franklin County, and was at one time a portion of the town of Deerfield, by 
which it is now bounded on the south. It is bounded by the Connecticut river 
and the town of Gill, on the east ; on the north by Leyden and Bernardston and 
on the west by Shelburne, its area being about 17 1-2 square miles. Even at 
the present time the inhabitants are largely engaged in agricultural pursuits, 
for the soil is fertile, more especially in the vicinity of the streams, with which the 
town is well supplied, the Green river flowing through the western portion, 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF GREENFIELD. 



pretty little "Fall river" tlirou^li the northeastern section and these main 
streams being fed by numerous tributary brooks of greater or less extent. 

The chief product is tobacco, and an immense amountof the " weed "is raised 
annually, but jnilk and butter are also very largely produced ; these articles 
being of superior quality and finding a ready sale, particularly in the Boston 
market, apples are also shipped from Greenfield in enormous quantities during 
" apple years," the town being very advantageously located for the carrying 
on of such a trade as it is the centre of a large fruit- producing section and has 
unsurpassed transportation facilities both east and west, the Fitchburg and the 
Connecticut river railroads passing through the town. Nor have the residents 



.•ui^V^f 




in taking advantage of every opportunity to develop the material resources of 
the section, lost sight of the importance of i^roviding adequate educational 
facilities, for these have ever been maintained, not only fully up to the high 
standard characteristic of New England towns but even beyond that point, as is 
indicated by the fact of a bronze medal having been aAvarded to Greenfield for 
the excellence of her school exhibit at the Centennial exposition in 1876. The 
student is not confined to the lower branches, but is afforded an excellent train- 
ing in the more advanced studies at the High school, which was founded nearly 
40 years ago. The religious interests of the town are also in a most healthful 
condition, and a number of fine churches are maintained, representing various 
forms of denominational belief as for instance : Episcopal, Eoman Catholic, 
Congregational, Baptist and Methodist. 

Greenfield is a very "lively" town from asocial standpoint, as the in- 
habitants are a class very fond of recreation and there are many gatherings 
of a more or less formal nature at all times of the year. One of the dis- 



HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF GREENFIELD. 



tinctive ' ' institutions ' ' of the town in which the people take most pardonable 
pride, is the Gazette and Courier, a weekly publication, and one of the 
oldest in New England, it having been established as the ^^ Impartial IntelU- 
gencer^^ in 1792. This paper is conducted with exceptional ability and has 
exercised a most gratifying influence in advancing the best interests of the 
entire section throughout which it circulates. During the last 20 years, 
Greenfield has been built up wonderfully, and the character of the buildings 
erected is not less significant and gratifying than their number, for many 










of the structures are very elaborately and tastefully designed, and evidences 
of increasing wealth, taste and refinement are to be seen on every side. A 
number of new streets have been opened, and the value of real estate has rapidly 
and steadily increased in every desirable portion of the town. An abundant 
supply of pure water is by no means the least of the advantages observable, and 
the principal thoroughfares are very satisfactorily illuminated by the electric 
light. The air in this vicinity is much purer than it is usual to find in the 
neighborhood of manufacturing centers and in point of fact will compare more 
than favorably with that noticeable in many distinctively agricultural communi- 
ties. On this account, as well as on account of the natural beauties of the 
adjacent country, the delightful walks and drives, the picturesque scenery, etc., 
Greenfield is coming very prominently to the front as a summer resort, and 
is unquestionably destined to attain no mean celebrity in this field alone, for a 
greatly increased number of tourists visit here every year and their expressions 
of satisfaction are outspoken and hearty. 

There is a steadily growing demand for a summer home that combines the 
healthfulness of the country with the conveniences and easy communication of 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



the city, and it must be confessed that Greenfield offers unsurpassed advantages 
in both tliese respects. The hotel-keepers and others have thus far catered to 
the demands of the public with commendable liberality, and a continuance of 
such a policy can have but one effect — the constant and decided development of 
home interests in a profitable and practically unlimited field. 



LBADING BUSINESS M:EN 



OF 



GREENFIBLD, MASS 



The First National Bank, of Greenfield, 
Mass. H. F. Nash, president; W. 11. Allen, 
vice-president; .1. W. Stevens, cashier. — With- 
out denying that the leading position held by 
Greenfield among other important towns in the 
commonwealth is dup primarily to advantages 
of location, the inducements extended to prom- 
inent manufacturers to settle here, and the 
industry, perseverance and abilitj^ shown by 
our resident merchants in developing their 
enterprises, it may still be truthfully asserted 
that the influence of the First National Bank 
cannot properly be left out of the reckoning in 
estimating the causes of the prosperity of the 
community. This bank was incorporated under 
state laws in 1822. was re-organized 
in conformance wi^h the National Bank- 
ing Laws in 1864, and has a record from 
first to last of which every public- 
spirited resident of Greenfield has good reason 
to be proud. The bank has aided many deserv- 
ing local enterprises, and bj'^ the conservative 
action of those having it in charge, has done 
much to sustain the credit of undertakngs the 
failure of which would have resulted in serious 
present and prospective loss to many members 
of the community. In time of financial crisis 
a single ill-advised step may needlessly bring 
down in ruin a fabric raised by the patient 
work of years, and to know just what to do, — 
to avoid causing panic and at the same time to 
protect the interests of the bank — is a task 
calling for ripe judgment and quick determina- 
tion, and has been successfully accomplished 
on more occasions than one by the manage- 
ment of the institution to which we have 
reference. The present ollicers and directors 
are certainly well-qualified to miintain the 
reputation of the bank, they being representa- 
tive business men in whom the public have 
every confidence, as may be seen by a peru^^al 
of the following list : President, H. F. Nash; 



Vice-President, W. H. Allen; Cashier, J. W. 
Stevens. Directors : Wm. H. Allen, Chas. K. 
Field, J. H. Root, Sam'l O. Lamb, Franklin R. 
Allen, Henry F. Nash, Joseph W. Stevens. 



C. O. Graves & Co., Cracker Bakers, 
Manufacturers and Dealers in all kinds of 
Bread, Cake and Cookies, Davis street, Green- 
field, Mass. — There are few articles of food 
which are so palateable, nutritious, portable, 
healthful and cheap as crackers, and it is there- 
fore no wonder that they are popular in all 
classes of society and are being used in greater 
quantities everj' year. Of course, like about 
every thing else, their good qualities are 
largely dependent upon the methods adopted 
in their manufacture, and it is well tlierefore 
to use some little discrimination in their pur- 
chase, for, generally speaking, good crackers 
cost no more than poor ones and will "go a 
good deal farther" at that. As long as the 
firm of C. O. Graves & Co., carry on opera- 
tions in this vicinity, the residents of Green- 
field need have no trouble in getting first-class 
crackers at low rates, for this concern manu- 
factures crackers equal to the best, and quote 
prices as low as the lowest. The enterprise 
was started in 1883 by Mr. D. W. Crosby, who 
was succeeded by his wife in 1885, the present 
firm assuming control in 18S6. Mr. Gntves is 
a native of Deerfield, and has largely devel- 
oped the business, giving it close personal 
attention and always striving to improve the 
service rendered. Not only crackers but 
bread, cake and cookies of all kinds are pro- 
duced and sold at wholesale and retail, but 
the bulk of the business is in the plainer goods 
not a great many fancy articles being made. 
Emploj'ment is given to 13 assistants, and all 
orders are assured prompt and painstaking 
attention. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GBEENFIELD. 




A. G. Miner, Dealer in Windows, Blinds 
and Doors, AVindow Glass, Paints, Oils, 
"Varnishes, Brushes, Window Shades and Orna- 
ments, Carpet Sweepers and Builders" Hard- 
ware, House Painting and Paper Hanging, 
Greenfield, Mass.— The enterprise carried on 

by Mr. A. G. 
Miner was inaugu- 
rated in 1851 by 
Mr. J. Wilson, and 
in 18.58 the present 
proi)rietor became 
identified with it 
as a rueiuber of the 
firm of J. Wilson 
& Co. this firm be- 
ing succeeded in 
18(Jl, by Messrs, 
Miner & Strong, 
wlio gave place to 
Messrs. A. G. 
Miner & Co. in 
1807, the style be- 
ing changed to J. 
Wilson & Co. in 
1871 and Mr. Miner 
assunoing sole con- 
trol in 1877. lie is 
a native of Coler- 
aine, Mass., and is 
one of the most widely known of our local bus- 
iness men, his customers being distributed 
throughout this section. The premises made 
use of as a wareroom are of the dimensions of 
25x102 feet, and 3 spacious storehouses are also 
utilized in accommodating the very heavy and 
varied stock. Employment is given to from 4 to 
16 assistants, according to the season. Among 
the more prominent articles handled may be 
mentioned Windows, Blinds and Doors, Win- 
dow Glass, Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Brushes, 
etc., as well as Builders' Hardware, Carpet 
Sweepers and a full line of Artists' Materials 
including Brushes, Bronzes and Liquid Gold ; 
Flitters, Metallic and Lustre Paints, and Tube 
Colors of every description together with 
Water Color Bronzes. Low prices are quoted 
on all these goods and their quality is fully 
guaranteed. One of the most attractive de- 
partments of the store is that devoted to the 
sale of Paper Hangings and Borders, all the late 
styles being shown in the stock, which com- 
prise every grade from the cheapest to the 
best Gilt and Embossed. Mr. Miner allows no 
one to undersell him, and is prepared to do 
Ilouse Painting and Paper Hanging in the very 
best manner and at the shortest possible no- 
tice, at uniformly moderate rates. 

Elm House, O. C. Allen, proprietor, ISIain 
street, Greenfield, Mass. — It may be true that 
" man wants but little here below," but among 
the things that are indispensable to the hai)pi- 
ness of the majority of mankind, are comfort- 
able beds and good food. As long as we stay 
at home, this desire is comparatively easy to 
satisfy, but when we come to go " on the road" 
the inconveniences that have to be put up with 
in some cases are enough to make anybodj' 
miserable. Satisfactory hotel accommodations 
can generally be found in every New England 



town however, if you only know where to look 
for them, and sucli of our readers as may have 
occasion to visit (Jreenficld and who wish to 
find a good hotel whore the terms are moderate , 
will find it for their interest to give Mr. O. C. 
Allen, the proprietor of the Elm House, a call, 
for he treats his guests very liberally and is in 
a position to furnish desirable accommodationa 
at a low figure. The Elm House is conveniently 
located on Main St., and contains 27 guest- 
rooms. There are !) assistants employed, the 
service is prompt and courteous, patrons are 
well lodged and well fed, and in short the hotel 
is a good one to patronize and to direct your 
friends to. 

D. B. Kellogg, Dealer in Fine Groceries, 
Teas, Coffees and Spices, Greenfield, Mass. — 
The establishment carried on by Mr. D. B. 
Kellogg is a representative one in the full 
sense of the w^ord, for it has occupied a leading 
position among similar stores located in this 
section for nearly 35 years, operations having 
been begun by Mr. Bela Kellogg in 1855. In, 
18G7 the firm of Kellogg & Son w'as formed 
and in 1878 the present proprietor assumed sole 
control. He was born in Montague, Mass., and 
is extremely well-known personally through- 
out Greenfield and vicinity. The jiremises 
utilized comprise one floor and a basement, the 
former measuring 20x60 feet, and the latter 
40x60 feet. The stock is a very heavy and 
varied one, being made up of Choice Family 
Groceries of all kinds, and including an ex- 
ceptionally desirable assortment of Fine Teas, 
Coffees Hud Spices. Flour, Canned Goods, etc., 
are also largely dealt in, and a specialty is 
made of a Baking Powder, prepared by Mr. 
Kellogg and endor.sed by many practical house- 
keepers as the very best in use. Employment 
is given to three efficient assistants and every 
caller is assured immediate and polite attention, 
the lowest market rates being quoted. 

M. S. Fellows, Gentlemen's and Ladies' 
Fine Shoes a Specialty, Sanborn's Block, 
Greenfield, iAfass.— Mr. M. S. Fellows deals in 
Boots, Shoes, Rubbers and Slippers of all de- 
scriptions, but he makes a specialty of Gentle- 
men's and Ladies' Fine Shoes, and therefore 
those who want foot-wear of the very highest 
type will find a visit to his store especially 
pleasant and profital)le. He is a native of 
Shelburn, Mass., and served in the army of 
the Rebellion, holding the rank of corporal. 
The business now carried on by him was at one 
time conducted by Mr. Nelson L. Elmer, wlio 
was succeeded by Mr. AVilliam Coan, Mr. Fel- 
lows assuming possession in 1867. The store is 
located in Sanborn's Block, Main Street, and is 
of the dimensions of 20x50 feet. The stock on 
hand is remarkably complete in every depart- 
ment, and it is worthy of mention that]Mr. Fel- 
low's long experience and his favorable rela- 
tions with producers enable him not only to 
supply goods that can be confidently guaran- 
teed to prove as represented, but also to quote 
as low prices as can be named by any dealer in 
articles of similar grade. Employment is given 
to 2 assistants, and repairing in all its branches 
is done in a neat and durable manner. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GBEENFIELD. 



Albert M. Gleason, Fire Insurance, Green- 
field, Mass., Ollice at Greenlield Savings Bank. 
Sound and lieliable Companies, Equitable Ad- 
justments, Prompt Payment of Losses 
and Lowest Rates. Applications Solicited. 
Mr. Albert M. Gleason, the Treasurer of the 
Greenlield Savings Bank, is so well and so fa- 
vorably known in this vicinity, that it is per- 
fectly natural his services in the placing of 
Insurance should be very generally availed of. 
The average property owner cannot well spare 
the time to look up and investigate 
the standing of the many Insurance Corpora- 
tions now competing for the patronage of the 
public, and therefore prefers to conduct the nec- 
essary negotiations through an agent in whom 
he has entire confidence, especially as much 
trouble is saved and no extra expense incurred 
by so doing. Mr. Gleason represents some of 
the strongest and most equitably managed com- 
panies in the country, as will be seen from an 
examination of the following list ; German 
American of New York, Girard of Philadelphia, 
Holyoke Mutual of Salem, "Old Worcester'" of 
Worcester, Abington of Abiugton, Hampshire 
of Northampton, and Middlesex of Concord. 
These Companies have an unsurpassed reputa- 
tion for Equitable Adjustment and Prompt 
Payment of Losses, and Mr. Gleason is pre- 
pared to write policies at the lowest rates con- 
sistent with sound business principles. Appli- 
cations are solicited, and those who wish com- 
prehensive and dependable information con- 
cerning Fire Insurance matters would best 
serve their own interests by giving Mr. Glea- 
son a call at their earliest convenience. 

R. P. Whipple, Plumber, Steam and Gas 
Fitter, and Dealer in Stoves, Furnaces, Steam 
Boilers, Water and Gas Pipes, Tin Ware, Gas 
Fixtures and all goods pertaining to the Stove 
and Plumbing business, Tin Roofing and Gen- 
eral Jobbing, Simons Block, Davis Street, 
Greenfield, Mass. — The business carried on by 

Mr. K. P. Whip- 
ple was founded 
a long time ago, 
and in 1870 was 
conducted by 
(Mr. J. C. Tem- 
ple who gave 
place to Farns- 
worth & Persons 
in 1873, this firm 
being succeeded 
b y Messrs. 
Farnsworth & 
AVhipple in 187(5, 

and the present 

proprietor coming into sole possession in 1878. 
lie was born in Windsor Locks, Conn., and is 
widely known in Greenfield, having atone time 
held the oflice of Water Commissioner. Mr. 
Whipple is a Plumber, Steam and Gas Fitter 
and deals extensively in Stoves, Furnaces, 
Steam Boilers, Water and Gas Pipes, Tin Ware, 
Gas Fixtures and all other goods pertaining to 
the Stove and Plumbing business. The prem- 
ises utilized are located in Simons Block, Davis 
Street, and measure 70x50 feet exclusive of a 
commodious store-room. There are 10 assist- 




ants employed, and Plumbing, Steam and Gas 
Fitting, Tin Roofing and General Jobbing are 
done at short notice in a thoroughlj' workman- 
like manner, the charges made being moderate 
in every instance. Intelligent people now so 
clearly understand the importance of having 
Plumbing and similar work done honestly and 
in accordance with scientific principles, that it 
is unnecessary for us to point out the advan- 
tages gained by placing orders at such an es- 
tablishment as that conducted by Mr. Whipple. 
His stock of Stoves, Tin Ware etc., is large and 
carefully chosen and the articles constituting 
it are offered at prices that will compare favor- 
ably with those named by any dealer in goods 
of equal merit. 



jUESTARSHIRTWAIS' 

TRADE >t MARK. 




L. A. Cook& Co., Clothiers and Furnish- 
ers, Greenfield, Mass. — The advantages gained 
by purchasing an entire "outfit" at one estab- 
lishment are many and obvious, assuming, of 
course, that the stock carried is a large and desir- 
able one, and the prices are as low as they should 
be, and it ig, therefore, not at all surprising that 
many should make a practice of obtaining not 
only their clothing, but also their hats, caps 
and general furnishings at the store conducted 
by Messrs. L. A. Cook & Co., on Main st., for 
this firm always carry an assortment of the 
latest fashionable novelties, and name bottom 
prices in every department. The enter- 
prise was inaugurated by Messrs. Seward & 
Willard, and in 1885 Mr. L. A. Cook became 
proprietor, the present firm-name being adopted 
in 1888. Mr. Cook is a native of Stamford, Vt., 
and is exceptionally familiar with the clothing 
and furnishing business in every detail. The 
premises utilized have an area of 1800 square 
feet, and the goods in stock are so arranged as 
to make inspection easy and pleasant. There 
are 2 competent and courteous assistants em- 
ployed, and customers are not only sure of 
prompt and careful attention, but also of hav- 
ing goods represented to them precisely as they 
are. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF QBEENFIELD. 



Jesse O. Newton, Manufacturer of the 
Diauioud Electric Soap, Conway street, Green- 
field, Mass. — The public are becoming thor- 
oughly familiar with the advantages gained by 
making use of soap of superior quality, for 
some manufacturers in this country and in 
England spend a great deal of money in adver- 
tising their productions and devote a good 
deal of space to an explanation of why poor soap 
is both injurious and expensive to use. Practical 
experience endorses this view of the matter, 
and indeed it is obvious that soap made from 
diseased fat and other noxious ingredients (as 
too many of the ordinary soaps are) must be 
both unhealthful and inefficient. We take 
especial pleasure in calling attention to the 
merits of the "Diamond Electric Soap," first 
because its manufacture is particularly a 
"home enterprise" being carried on in this 
town by a native of Greenfield, and second 
because the soap is unsurpassed by any now 
on the market. It is made from the very best 
of materials, and the factory where it is pro- 
duced is as clean as, and much more sweet- 
smelling than the average parlor. It is fitted 
up with the most improved machinery, and is 
equipped with a 5 horse power engine and an 
8 horse power boiler, the premises being locat- 
ed on Conway street, and comprising a 2-story 
building 30 feet square with an ell measuring 
12x20 feet. The soap is prepared both for 
toilet use and washing purposes and is fur- 
nished to the trade at low rates, all orders 
being given prompt attention. 



L. W. Rice, Blank Book Manufacturer, 
Blank Books JJuled and Bound to order. Paper 
Ruled to any pattern. Bookbinding in all its 
branches, Greenfield, Mass. — The business 
carried on bj^ Mr. L. W. Rice was founded 
more than 40 j'ears ago, operations having been 
begun in 1848, by Messrs. Phelps & Rice. In 
1852 the enterprise was discontinued from that 
time to 1855 Air. Rice was in charge of a book 
bindery in Waterbury, Ct. In 1855 Mr. Rice 
assumed full control of the bookbindery in this 
town where he has since remained. Mr. Rice 
is a native of Williamsburg, Mass. and con- 
sidering his long business career, it is hardly 
necessary to say is very widely-known in 
Greenfield and the adjoining sections. The 
premises made use of are located on School St., 
and are fitted-up with all the necessary ma- 
chinery, appliances etc., for the manufacture 
of blank books and the carrying on of book- 
binding in all its branches, in the best manner 
and at the lowest market rates. Blank books 
will be ruled and bound to order at short notice, 
and paper will be ruled to any pattern desired, 
accurately and promptly. Such magazines as 
the "Century," " Scribner's," the "Atlantic 
Monthly," etc., will be bound by Mr. Rice m a 
thoroughly satisfactory manner, at moderate 
rates, and his facilities for the doing of such 
work are extensively availed of by the many 
subscribers to these popular periodicals resid- 
ing in Greenfield and vicinity. Blank books of 
any desired size or shape will be made by him 
to order at bottom prices, and the largest 
orders can be filled at very short notice. 



Emil Weissbrod, ^[anufacturer of Bill 
Books, I'ocket Books, :Music Rolls, etc. Old 
reliable, hand sewed. Calf Skin Wallets a 
specialty, Greenfield, Mass. — A prominent ex- 
ample of how a large and steadily-growing 
business may be built up by the faithful carry- 
ing out of a well-considered and strictly honor- 
able policy, is that aftbrded by the well-known 
enterprise conducted by Mr. Emil Weissbrod, 
for the enviable reputation which his produc- 
tions have among jobbers (to whom he sells 
exclusively in New England) is the legitimate 
result of the invariable use of honest materials 
and the skilful carrying out of everj'^ detail of 
manufacture. Business was begun in 1870 by 
IMr. Weissbrod and the factory has been located 
here in Greenfield since 1887. Mr. Weissbrod, 
is a native of Germany and owes much of his 
success to his intimate acquaintance with every 
department of the business, to which he gives 
close personal attention. The factory contains 
4 floors of the dimensions of 40x50 feet and is 
fitted-up with every facility for the manufac- 
ture of bill books, pocket books, music rolls, 
etc., a specialty being made of the " Old 
Reliable " calf skin wallets, which are to this 
day preferred by those wishing an absolutely 
safe and very durable receptacle for their 
money. Employment is given to 25 assistants 
and goods are shipped to all parts of New 
England and to the West, the facilities being 
such that the most extensive orders can be 
filled at very short notice, while the prices 
quoted are uniforndy moderate. Mr. Weissbrod 
also has a patent Asbestos lined pocket book 
which is designed to be used in a safe and will 
by means of its construction protect valuable 
papers from being damaged or destroyed by 
heat or steam generated in a safe during its 
exposure in a prolonged fire. 



American House Livery, Feed, Boarding 
and Sale Stable, Emery E. Kilburn, Proprietor, 
Davis street, Greenfield, Mass. Driving teams 
at all hours. — There is little enjoyment to be 
had in driving a superannuated or unwilling 
horse, or even a comparitively good horse if the 
i-arriage to which he is attached be uncomfor- 
table or "shaky" yet some stable keepers 
furnish all but their especially favored patrons 
with just such turnouts, and then wonder why 
their business does not increase. No such i)ol- 
icy as this is followed by the proprietor of the 
American House livery, feed, sale and boarding 
stable however, and therefore Mr. Emery E. 
Kilburn, the gentleman in question, is to be 
cordially recommended to those who wisli to 
obtain a satisfactory team at a reasonable 
charge. He is a native of Ashfield Mass., and 
has carried on the establislunent with which he 
is now connected since 1887. Teams will be 
furnished at short notice and at all hours, and 
we can assure our readers that they will have 
no reason to complain of the accommodations 
provided or the jn-ices quoted in connection 
with tlie same. The stable is conveniently lo- 
cated on Davis street, has 23 stalls, and offers 
many attractions to those wishing to board 
their horses where they will be given comfort- 
able quarters and intelligent care. 



10 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



W. C. Bryant, Custom Tailor, Ho]li?ter's 
Block, Greenfield, :Mass. — The question of 
clothino; is one that is worthy the attention of 
every man, for not only do we owe it to others 
to present a neat and attractive appearance, 
but we also owe it to ourselves, for he who 
would succeed in business life must have due 
reo^ard for the opinions of others, and it is 
undeniable that "good clothes" have much to 
do with eliciting " good opinions."' People 
may talk about the foolishness of judging from 
appearances as much as they please but the 
fact still remains that, other things being equal, 
the well-dressed man makes a much more 
favorable impression than he who is content to 
wear shabby or ill-fitting apparel. The expense 
of dressing well is much over-estimated by 
many people, for a fashionably cut and 
thoroughly made garment does not' necessarily 
cost a great ileal more than an inferior one, 
and it wears enough longer to make up for the 
difference in price. Take for instance the gar- 
ments produced by Mr. W. C. Bryant, the well- 
known custom tailor doing business iu IIol- 
listers Block. These are mad" from the best 
material in the most workmanlike and durable 
manner, are warranted to fit satisfactorily and 
are furnished at prices that, taking evervthing 
into consideration, will compare favorably with 
those quoted on ready-made clothing.' Mr. 
Bryant employs 8 competent assistants and is 
prepared to fill orders at very short notice 
when haste is desired. He is a native of 
Charlestown, N. H., and in 1873, as a member 
of the firm of Bryant & Miner, succeeded Mr. 
L. X. Bailey. In 1875, Mr. Brya'^t disposed of 
his interest in the business to" his partner and 
began operations alone in his present location. 
He has built up a large trade, and his work 
and prices are sure to satisfy the most critical, 
as a call at his establishment will amply 
demonstrate. 



American House, G. H. Chatfield, pro- 
prietor, Greenfield, Mass.— " Home comforts'" 
are much more frequently promised than they 
are obtained, but we believe that those who 
have put up at the American House during the 
past 8 months or so will, as a general rule, 
agree with us in choosing that hotel as an ex- 
ceptionally comfortable one in many important 
respects. The American House has been car- 
ried on for a number of years, and was con- 
ducted by J. S. Simonds "before coming into 
the possession of the present owner, Mr. G. H. 
Chatfield in 1889. This man is evidently not 
only thoroughly conversant with what the 
travelling public want but is determined to 
supply that want to the best of his abilitv, for 
the accommodations offered at his establish- 
ment are in refreshing contrast to those 
presented by the too numerous hotel-keepers 
who seem to think that anything is good enough 
for their guests. The American House can 
acconmiodate about 200, and is neatly and 
comfortably furnished throughout. 'J'he table 
is excellent, and as there are 15 assistants em- 
ployed, the service is prompt and obliging and 
the terms are moderate. We can cordially 
recommend the hotel to our readers. 



Mansion House Livery, Feeding and 
Boarding Stable. First-class teams of all kinds. 
Mansion House Carriage Eepository, J. T. 
Shaw, proprietor, Greenfield, Mass. — The Man- 
sion House liverj-, feeding and boarding stable 
is an establishment which we can very highly 
recommend to our readers, for it is not only 
exceptionally well-equipped but is managed in 
an intelligent, liberal and enterprising manner 
worthy of the highest praise. It was at one 
time conducted by Mr. George Holden who 
was succeeded by Mr. T. H. Nim5;the present 
proprietor Mr. .1. T. Shaw coming into posses- 
sion in 1887. He is a native of Coleraine, Mass. 
and gives such close and painstaking attention 
to the many details of his enterprise that it is 
not surprising that it has materially developed 
under his charge. First-class teams of all 
kinds may be secured here at moderate rates, 
and the horses and vehicles are kept in such 
fine condition that annoying accidents " on the 
road ■" are rendered almost impossible. Partic- 
ular attention is paid to the boarding of horses, 
and that the animals are not only assured kind 
treatment, suitable food and comfortable 
stabling but are also given expert attention, 
may be judged from the fact that a competent 
veterinary surgeon visits the stable weekly. 
Mr. Shaw always has a fine line of carriages on 
hand, and quotes low prices on vehicles that 
will prove strictly as represented. New and 
second hand harnesses are also largely dealt in, 
and we know of no place where the purchaser 
is more sure of getting full value for money 
paid. 

B. P. Popkins, Photographic Artist, Corner 
Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Mass. 
We have become so used to the work of the 
photographer nowadays, that it is hard to real- 
ize this art has been developed within compar- 
atively few years, and that a man need not be 
very old by anj- means to remember when "da- 
guerreotypes" were looked upon as truly won- 
derful productions. In fact Mr. B. F. Popkins 
who began operations in 1847, was the pioneer 
in making all kinds of "sun pictures'" in this 
section and produced the first photographs ever 
made in Greenfield. He is a native of Spring- 
field, Mass., and was located in Greenfield from 
1847 to 1850, when he transferred his business 
to another town, returning here (where he has 
since remained) in 1873. His studio is at the 
corner of Main and Federal streets and those 
who endorse the wisdom of the old adage 
"Practice makes perfect" will not be surprised 
to learn that the work turned out here is not 
only far superior to the average but is equalled 
by that of few photographers in the state. Mr. 
Popkins is of course thoroughlv familiar with 
the minutest details of his profession, and as 
he has the most improved facilities at his com- 
mand and gives every order personal attention 
patrons are assurred entire satisfaction. A 
call at his studio will result in some verv artis- 
tic j)hotographic work being seen, and those who 
wish anything in his line will need no furthur 
inducement to jilace orders with him than that 
aff'orded by an inspection of the work in ques- 
tion, especially as the prices quoted are uniform- 
Iv moderate. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GBEENFIELD. 



n 



H. E. Hall, Photographer; Everything in 
the line; Pond's Block, Greenfield, Mass. — 
''Dry Plates" have worked wonders within the 
past few years, and not the least noticeable 
thing they have done is to give the general 
public a quite accurate idea of what constitutes 
a good photograph, for "amateurs" are to be 
found everywere and the large majority of 
them know from sad experience the diflerence 
between good and bad w ork. Portrait Photo- 
graphy requires special apparatus, s])ecial skill 
and excellent judgement, if satisfactory results 
are to be attained, and as so manj' of the "por- 
traits"' produced even nowadays are so only in 
name, we take pleasure in directing our readers 
to an establishment where uniformly superior 
work in this line is turned out, and that too at 
prices that are within the means of all. We 
refer to that carried on by Mr. II. E. Hall, in 
Pond's block. Main St. This studio was opened 
some 15 years ago bj' Mr. H. J. Davis, who 
was succeeded by the present proprietor in 1889. 
Mr. Hall was born in Nashua, N. H., and has 
had extended experience in his present line of 
business. He has the most improved apparatus 
at his command, and is prejiared to undertake 
Photography of all descriptions, employing 2 
assistants and filling all orders at short notice 
and at moderate rates. Some beautiful speci- 
mens of work may be seen at the studio, and 
those wishing truly "artistic" photographs 
may place their orders here with the full assur- 
ance of entire satisfaction. 



Root & Richmond, Decorative and Scenic 
Artists, Studio Ponds' Block, Main street. P. 
O. Address, Greenfield, Mass. — The firm of 
Root & Richmond was formed in 1883 and is 
composed of Messrs. H. E. Root and F. W. 
Richmond, the former a native of Montague 
and the latter of Shelburne Falls. These 
gentlemen do decorative and scenic painting 
of all kinds, and the work turned out by them 
is characterized by an unusual degree of taste 
and technical skill, its reputation being by no 
means confined to this vicinity. They are 
prepared to fill orders at short notice, and 
their charges are very reasonable, considering 
the uniform excellence of the results attained. 
Mr. Richmond also paints signs and does orna- 
mental painting in general, being associated 
with Mr. Root onlj' in the performance of 
decoi'ative and scenic work. The latter gentle- 
man has a studio in Pond's Block, JIain street, 
where he executes commissions for i)ortraits 
and landscape painting and in fact painting of 
all kinds. Mr. Root's portraits are very gen- 
erally admired by competent judges, and cer- 
tainly they deserve high commendation, as 
they reproduce the individuality of the original 
to an exceptional degree, and the arrangement 
of the accessories, the lighting etc., are 
managed with great skill and good taste. Mr. 
Root is prepared io give tuition in all kinds of 
painting and has already instructed many 
students of the art. He is a very successful 
teacher, being thorough, patient and enthusi- 
astic, and his charges are so moderate that no 
one need go without the valuable aid he is 
ready to afford. 



D. D. Holden, Contractor, Builder, also 
Jobbing. Hope street, Greenfield, Mass.— It 
is a good sign to see a large number of con- 
tractors and builders located in a community, 
for it shows that the building business must 
be good and that means solid prosperity in 
almost every instance, judged by this rule, 
Greenfield occupies a leading position among 
other Xew England towns of like population, 
for there are many builders within her borders 
and few if any of them have any reason to 
complain of "dull times." One of the oldest 
established and be>it known of these is Mr. D. 
D. Holden, who has carried on operations here 
for about 24 years. He is a native of this 
state and served W years in the army during 
the rebellion. :Mr. "llolden's shop is located on 
Hope street, and has an area of some 12U0 
square feet. He employs from 12 to 18 assist- 
ants and generally has plenty' to do the year 
'round, lor his long experience and careful 
methods enable him to figure closely on plans 
and specifications, and he does a large jobbing 
business also. As for the character of the 
work done, that speaks for itself, and we can 
do no better than to refer those interested to 
the many buildings erected by Mr. Holden 
during the past quarter-century. 



J. L. Carll, Contractor and Builder. All 
kinds of jobbing at short notice. Materials of 
all kinds' furnished. Shop Main street. Rear 
of Strecker's Block, Greenfield.— It may be 
safelv set down as an invariable rule that it is 
always best to obtain the advice and assistance 
of a practical man when an enterprise of any 
importance is contemplated, and yet, obvious 
as this proceeding may seem, it is often neg- 
lected by those who propose to enter upon 
building" operations. A reputable and expe- 
rienced contractor and builder can give many 
valuable hints as to the details of a plan, even if 
it is not desired to have him draw it up alto- 
gether, and it should always be borne in mind 
that alterations made in a plan, after con- 
tracts are signed and the work is well under 
way, are apt to cost double what they would 
had they been suggested in the preliminary 
stages. Therefore we say, "consult a practical 
builder," and in this connection we take 
pleasure in calling attention to the facilities 
possessed by Mr. J. L. Carll, for this gentle- 
man has carried on operations in Greenfield 
and vii'inity for over a score of years, :ind has 
certainly sufllcient experience and ability to 
justify the utmost confidence in his judgment. 
Mr. Carll was born in Waterborough, Maine, 
and began business in this town as a member 
of the firm of Carll & Burnham in 1869. Since 
1875 he has carried on operations alone. His 
shop is located on Main street, rear of Streck- 
er's block, and is equipped with all necessary 
facilities etc., for the doing of all kinds of 
jobbing at short notice. Materials of all kinds 
will be furnished at the lowest market rates, 
and those at all familiar with Mr. Carll's 
record need not be told that he is prepared to 
figure very closely, and faithfully execute 
every contract entered inco. 



12 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



John Kennedy, Custom Tailor, Dealer in 
Foreign and Domestic Clothes, Trimmings, 
Etc. Terms Cash. Up stairs. Pond Blocli, 
Greenfield Mass. — Tastes differ so widely that 
there is but one waj'^ in which to satisfy all 
classes of customers, and that is to carry a 
stock embracing all the leading novelties as 
well as full lines of staple goods, and as this is 
just the policy pursued bj' Mr. John Kennedj^ 
at his establishment in Pond JJlock, up stairs, 
it is but natural that he should do ;i large busi- 
ness and should hold a high reputation among 
those appreciative of enterprise and strictly 
honorable dealing. Mr. Kennedy began oper- 
ations in 1876, and his store has long been re- 
gared as one of the representative Tailoring 
Establishments of this vicinity. Foreign and 
Domestic Cloths, Trimmings, etc., are offered 
in great variety, the productions of the leading 
manufacturerstbeing represented and the goods 
being guaranteed in every instance to prove 
just what they are claimed to be. Mr. Ken- 
nedy is prepared to make garments from meas- 
ure that compare favorablj' with the best city 
tailors. In making, fit, style and general ap- 
pearance we know of no clothing preferable to 
that turned out at this popular establishment, 
and we need hardly say that the prices are con- 
siderably below^ those quoted on similar gar- 
ments by tailors in Boston, Worcester and 
other cities where it costs more to carry on bus- 
iness. Employment is given to twelve assist- 
ants, so that, despite the large business done, 
all orders can be filled at short notice. 

S. A. Goldthwait, Retail Merchant and 
dealer in Beef, Mutton, Veal, Pork, Lard, 
Hams, Beans and Poultry, Pho'uix Block, Fed- 
eral Street, Greenfield, Mass. — One of the best- 
known enterprises of the kind to be found in 
this section is that carried on by Mr. S. A. 
Goldthwait, in Ph(cnix Block, Federal Street, 
it having been inaugurated a good many years 
ago and since continued with steadily increas- 
ing success. Mr. John A. Clark was at one 
time the owner, he being succeeded by Messrs. 
Clark & Miller, who gave place to Messrs. Mil- 
ler it Cook, Mr. Henry Ti. Miller assuming con- 
trol in 187.5 and giving place to the present 
proprietor in 1888. Mr. Goldthwait is a native 
of Granby, Mass., and is widely known in 
Greenfield and vicinity. The business has ma- 
terially developed since coming under his con- 
trol and his liberal and enterprising methods 
are evidently thoroughly appreciated by those 
conversant with them. The premises utilized 
are of the dimensions of 2.")x.50 feet, and the 
stock carried is very large and is complete in 
every department, being made up of Beef, 
Mutton, Veal, Pork, Poultry, Ilams, etc., to- 
gether with Lard, Beans, (!anned Goods, Vege- 
tables and country ])roduce in general. Em- 
ployment is given to three competent and cour- 
eous assistants, and all orders are assured 
prompt and careful attention. The store has 
Telephone connection, and orders thus sent 
will be filled as promptly and satisfactorily as 
those given in person. The lowest market 
rates are quoted on the various goods handled, 
and the quality of the stock is such that com- 
plete satisfaction can be guaranteed. 



T. R. Mallory, Steam Carpet Cleaning, 
Feather Henovating and Mattress Work, Curled 
Hair, Feathers, Husks, Ticks, Springs and Up- 
holstering JVlaterials, Olive Street, Greenfield, 
jSlass. — There is of course no law that requires 
people to make use of improved methods, except 
the law of common sense, but a genuine im- 
provement is sure to make its w ay against the 
most determined opposition, and so it has been 
with steam carpet cleaning. Some house- 
keepers were frightened for a time by the cries 
of ''fading of color," "destruction of texture" 
and serious other charges made against ma- 
chine work, but "seeing is believing" and see- 
ing that the steam-cleaned carpets were not 
injured nearly so much as those beaten by hand, 
the public have now almost abandoned the old 
process. Mr. T. R. Mallory has handled a good 
many carpets since he began operations here in 
188ti, and his work is the best evidence that 
could be given of the advantages of steam- 
cleaning. He also does Feather Renovating 
and Mattress work and is prepared to fill all 
orders at short notice and at moderate rates. 
His establishment is located on Olive street, 
and occupies two floors of the dimensions of 
25x40 feet. It is fitted up with the most im- 
proved facilities and all work is skillfully, 
carefully and thoroughly done, so we can 
guarantee satisfaction to patrons. Mr. Mal- 
lory is a native of Stockton, N. Y., and is wide- 
ly-known in Greenfield and vicinity. He deals 
extensively in Curled Hair, Feathers, Husks, 
Ticks, Springs and Upholstering Materials and 
is in a position to quote bottom prices on all. 

J. Edward Lamb, Commission Merchant, 
Flour, Grain, Mill Feed, Hay, Salt, Lime and 
Cement, Groceries, also oflice of Lamb Brothers, 
Grain Shippers and Commission Merchants, 
No. 15, Davis Street, Greenfield, Mass. — Mr. J. 
Edward Lamb is a native of Greenfield and in- 
augurated the enterprise with which he has 
since been identified in 1878. He deals very 
extensively in Flour, Grain, Mill Feed, Hay, 
Salt, Lime and Cement, and also in Groceries, 
both staple and fancy. In 1884, the firm of 
Lamb Brothers was formed, and this concern 
has built up a very large wholesale trade in 
Grain etc., doing a Commission business of 
constantly increasing magnitude and being 
highly thought of among producers for the 
promptness shown in the making of returns 
and tlie care exercised to protect the best inter- 
ests of the consigners. Mr. G. F. Lamb, who 
is associated with the gentleman first-named, 
in the carrying on of this enterprise, is also a 
native of Greenfield and both he and his 
brother are wideh'^ known throughout this 
vicinit}^ The premises occupied are located 
at No. 15, Davis Street, and are very commo- 
dious, as they need to be in order to accommo- 
date the exceptionally heavy and varied stock 
carried. They comprise one floor of the di- 
mensions of 55x40 feet, another measuring 20x40 
feet. A building in the rear, 40x35 feet in size, 
and a large storehouse. Employment is given 
to 8 competent assistants, inmiediate and polite 
attention is the rule to every customer and the 
prices quoted are as low as are named any- 
where on goods similar in grade and quality. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



13 



Richard O'Hara, Dealer in Boots, Shoes, 
Rubbers, etc.. Daily, Weekly aud Monthly 
Publications, Cigars, Tobacco, etc.. Subscrip- 
tion Agent, Greeutield, Mass. — Mr. IJichard ()' 
Hara has carried on his present business for 
about 5 years, having succeeded in 1884 Mr. E. 
W. Kean who had founded it some 20 years i)re- 
vious. Mr. O'Hara served in the army during 
the Kebellion, and is extremely well-known 
in Greenfield and vicinity, his energetic bus- 
iness methods having resulted in the building 
up of a very large and steadily increasing trade. 
His store is located on Bank Row, and contains 
a carefully chosen stock of Boots, Shoes, Rub- 
bers, etc., the goods being fresh, stylish and 
desirable in every respect and being offered at 
the lowest market rates. Cigars, Tobacco, etc., 
are also dealt in largely, but particular atten- 
tion is given to the sale of Daily, Weekly aud 
Monthly Publications. Subscriptions being re- 
ceived at Publisher's rates and papers being 
delivered at the residences of customers. All 
orders will be given prompt and painstaking 
attention, aud no trouble spared to fully main- 
tain the high reputation now held for accuracy 
and reliability. Mr. O'Hara is Agent for the 
leading Steamship lines and is prepared to fur- 
nish passage tickets at the lowest obtainable 
rates. 

Greenfield Steam Dye House. All kinds 
of Clothing Dyed, Work done superior to any- 
thing in the state, P. O. Box 3;}8, 4.5 Main St., 
latelj' occupied by P. Moore, Greenfield, Mass. 
— When a man announces that he is prepared 
to do work superior to that produced at any 
similar establishment in the state he cannot be 
said to be lacking in confidence at all events, 
but those who are familiar with the results at- 
tained at the Greenfield Steam Dye House, will 
agree with us in admitting that the proprietor, 
Mr. F. B. Duntou, is perfectly justified in mak- 
ing such an announcement, for the work 
turned out at the establishment in question is 
unequalled for uniform excellence. Mr. Dun- 
ton is a native of Syracuse, N. Y., and has 
seen 3 years' service in the army. He has car- 
ried on his present establishment since 1888, 
and has gained a reputation for promptness 
and accuracy iu filling orders and for giving 
the best of satisfaction to his customers which 
affords the best possible proof of his executive 
ability and thorough familiarity with his bus- 
iness. The Greenfield Steam Dye House is lo- 
cated at No. 45 Main street, aud occupies 2 
floors of the dimensions of 16x22 feet, equipped 
with every facility for the Dyeing of all kinds 
of Clothing, Table Spreads, Ties and Silk 
Fringes and many other articles too numerous 
to mention. All goods are cleansed aud Dyed 
without Ripping, and soiled or faded Coats, 
Pants, Vests, Dresses, etc., may be made to 
look "as good as new'' at a comparatively 
small expense by taking advantage of the op- 
portunities ofi"ered by Mr. Dunton. He su]!- 
plies a sufficient number of assistants to enable 
him to fill orders at short notice, and does a 
good deal of work for out-of-town parties, or- 
ders addressed to Post Office Box 338 being as- 
sured equally prompt and careful attention to 
those given in person. 



The Mansion House, Alfred Schofi', Pro- 
prietor, Greenfield, Mass. — The attractions of 
Greenfield as a sununer resort need no setting 
forth in these pages to bring them to the at- 
tention of the public, for that they are already 
widely known is proved both by the number 
and the place of residence of the strangers in 
town during the heated term. They come 
from nearly all parts of the Union, and in 
many cases are so well satisfied as to return 
summer after summer and to bring their 
friends with them. Besides the natural advan- 
tages of Greenfield there is another powerful 
inducement, the character of the hotel accom- 
modations. The fact that the Mansion House 
is under the control of Mr. Alfred Schoff is 
sufficient guarantee that it is carried on in 
first-class style, and draws many visitors to 
town, for Mr. Schoff"is one of the best-known ho- 
tel proprietors in New England and has literally 
'' hosts " of friends, not a few of whom were 
made while he held the position of treasurer of 
the Boston and Hingham steamboat line, one 
of the leading corporations of the kind in the 
country. He is proprietor of the famous 
" Kearsage," the finest hotel in North Conway, 
this hostelry having 200 rooms aud being 
crowded at that, at the height of the season. 
The Mansion House has 85 rooms and is sup- 
plied with every modern improvement, includ- 
ing elevator, steam heat, electric light, etc. 
Employment is given to 35 assistants during 
the summer, and the service is of the character 
to be expected in anj^ house under INIr. Schoff^s 
management, being prompt, • intelligent and 
uniformly courteous. The rooms are finely 
and comfortably furnished aud the table is 
supplied with an extended variety of the best 
food obtainable. Of course the hotel is very 
popular among the best class of people, 
and the opportunity thus afforded for congen- 
ial companionship is well known. 

Miss A. W. Eichler, Dealer in Ladies' 
Hair Goods, Arms block, cor. Main and Chap- 
man Sts., Greenfield, Mass. — Wonderfully fine 
work is done nowadays in the line of hair 
goods, but as not a little inferior work is also 
done, it is necessary to use some little discrim- 
ination in the placing of orders for such arti- 
cles, to assure having them satisfactorily filled. 
In this connection we may be excused for cal- 
ling attention to the establishment conducted 
by Miss A. W. Eichler, in Arms block, corner 
of Main and Chapman Sts., for since this lady 
began operations in Greenfield in 1884, she has 
gained a high reputation for the furnishing of 
Ladies' Hair Goods of uniformly superior qual- 
ity at the lowest market rates. Miss Eichler 
is a native of Boston, and is most thoroughly 
familiar with her business in every detail. She 
makes a specialty of first-qualitv Natural Gray 
Hair Switches to order, and gives equally 
prompt and careful attention to orders sent by 
mail or given in person . Goods will be delivered 
through the mail without extra charge, and no 
pains is spared to satisfy every customer. 
Fancy Goods are also dealt in to a certain 
extent, and the prices quoted on all the articles 
handled will bear comparison with those named 
anywhere on equally desirable goods. 



16 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



LYON'S 

Patent Metallic 

STIFFENERS 

PEEVENT 

Boots and Shoes 




Prom Rmming over, 

learlDSoffonllieSWe 

^nd Ripping inthe 

SEAMS. 

Charles Stay, Dealer in lioots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, 55 Main Street, Greenfield, Mass. — 
Mr. Charles Stay opened this store in Green- 
field in January, 1889, but his experience as a 
dealer in foot-wear is by no means limited to 
the period since intervening for he has carried 
on a similar establishment in Marlboro, N. H., 
for a number of years, and still conducts it in 
connection with his store in this town. Indeed, 
no experienced purchaser can examine his 
stock and note his prices without ascertaining 
that Mr. Stay is thoroughly familiar with his 
business, for the assortment oftered is remark- 
ably clean and desirable and no lower rates are 
named by any retailer of goods of equal 
merit. The premises in use are located at No. 
55 Main Street, and measure 22x60 feet. The 
stock comprises Boots, Shoes and Rubbers of 
everr description, all classes of trade are 
catered to and every purchaser, large or small 
may depend upon receiving careful and courte- 
ous attention. Mr. Stay is a native of Burling- 
ton, Vt. ; and served in the army throughout 
the Rebellion. His honorable and enterprising 
methods have already gained him many friends 
and customers in Greenfield and vicinity and 
his establishment is certainly worthy of the 
highest commendation. 

Charles Keith, dealer in Choice Family 
Groceries. Provisions of all kinds. First- 
class goods at bottom prices. Best Haxall and 
St. Louis Flour, Taylor Block, Main Street, 
Greenfield, ^lass. — 3Ir. Charles Keith is a native 
of Greenfield, and has been in active business 
here for a full ([uarter of a century. Of course 
he is very generally known throughout this 
section of the state, and it is perfectly safe to 
say that there is not an establishment of the 
kind held in higher estimation among the pur- 
chasing public than that conducted by ^Ir. 
Keith, for his policy of selling first-class goods 
at bottom prices is faithfully carried out in 
every department of the business, and he 
handles such a variety of articles that practi- 
cally everything required in the line of food- 
supplies may be obtained from him. The 
premises utilized, are located in Taylor Block, 
Main street., and have an area of over 2,000 
square feet. The stock comprises choice staple 
and fancy groceries as well as provisions of all 
kinds, the goods being especially selected for 



family use and guaranteed to give the best of 
satisfaction. Particular attention is given to 
the sale of flour, the best Haxall and St. Louis 
being oftered by the bag or barrel at positively 
the lowest market rates. There are 5 assistants 
employed, and the prompt and polite attention 
given to every caller is by no means to be left 
out of the reckoning in properly estimating the 
reasons for the wide-spread popularity of this 
representative establishment. 

L. Park, dealer in Fitzwilliam Light and 
Dark, Quincy and Northfield Granite. Ceme- 
tery and monument work done to order, cor. 
Olive and Hope sts., Greenfield, Mass. — The 
advantages of granite as a monumental and 
ornamental stone has not been appreciated 
until within the past score of years, but great 
progress has been made during that time and 
this store is now given the preference over all 
others by many whose reputation for good 
taste is unimpeachable. In fact there is a 
cemetery in Brookline, Mass., (known as the 
wealthiest and one of the most cultivated towns 
in the Commonwealth) in which the use of 
any other stone than granite or slate is posi- 
tively forbidden. Granite varies greatly in 
color and marking, and in order to obtain stone 
suited to one's taste it is necessary to inspect 
such a stock as that carried by Mr. L. Park, 
whose yard is located corner of Olive and Hope 
Sts. This gentleman is a native of Bernardston, 
Mass., and has conducted his present enterprise 
since 1878. He handles Fitzwilliam Light and 
Dark, (Quincy and Northfield Grnnite and is in 
a position to furnish these stones in any 
desired quantity at short notice and at the 
lowest market rates. A specialty is made of 
cemetery and monumental work to order, many 
beautiful and appropriate designs being at hand 
to choose from, and the workmanship being 
equal to the best in every respect. 

Mrs. A. & E. Sturtevant, Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, Hovey's Block, Up Stairs, Green- 
field, Mass. — The premises occupied by Mrs. 
A. & E. Sturtevant for the sale ef Millinery 
and Fancj^ Goods are very conveniently ar- 
ranged and consist of a Reception Rocm, a 
Salesroom and a Workroom, they being located 
in Hovcy's Block, Up Stiiirs. Both the ladies 
constituting the firm in question are natives of 
Fitchburg, and have been identified with their 
present enterprise for over three vears, during 
which time they have built up a large business 
as they are in a position to cater to the most 
fastidious trade and make it a point to at all 
times carry a full assortment of t)ie very lat- 
est novelties in thejMilliiiery and Fancy Goods 
lines. The stock contains Trinnned and Un- 
trimnu'd Hats and Bonnets in the most fashion- 
able shapes, and also a carefully chosen selec- 
tion of l*arisian Flowers, Ribbons, Laces, 
Feathers and Trimmings in general, all of 
which are oftered at uniformly moderate rates. 
Order work is given particular and personal at- 
tention, and as employment is given to a full 
force of assistants during the season, custom- 
ers are spared annoying delays and may depend 
upon having their orders filled promptly when 
promised. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



15 



The Greenfield Savings Bank. The 

Oreenfield Savings Bauk was ineorponitod iti 
1869, and the institution holds so important a 
place in this community that a few facts bear- 
ing upon the methods pursued in its manage- 
ment during the years since intervening, as 
shown by the statement of its condition at the 
close of business December 31, 1888, cannot 
fail to be of general interest. We find that 
there was then due to Depositors the sum of 
^1,364,G;J6. 37 ; that the guarantee Fund amount- 
ed to S35,000 and the Undivided Earnings to 
■$24,856.60 making the Total T.iabilities $1,424, 
492.97. The items going to make up the As- 
sests are of especial interest from the fact that 
not only is the solvency of ttie bank of course 
dependent upon their character, but also be- 
cause they aftbrd so significant an answer to 
the charge often ignorantly or maliciously 
made, that money deposited in a Savings Bank 
is diverted from useful channels and that 
therefore those who wish to "live and let live" 
should spend as fast as they earn. This theory 
is silly undoubtedly and should deceive no one, 
but that it has an influence in deterring some 
from saving is unfortunately a fact. Let us 
see then how' the money of depositors is in- 
vested : 

ASSETS. 

Public Funds, par value, - $188,500 00 

Bauk Stock, " ^' . . 124,900 00 

Kail Road Bonds, par value, - 20,500 00 

United States Bonds, - - - 1,000 00 

Loans on Ueal Estate, - - 678,883 06 

" " Personal Security, - 185,904 63 

" " Bank Stock, - - - 22,040 00 

" " Public Funds, - - 500 00 

•' " Depositors Pass Books, - 2,367 00 

'' to Towns, and Franklin County, 40,000 00 

Premiums on Stocks and Bonds, - 45,000 00 

Unpaid Interest, - - - - 829 47 

Furniture and Fixtures, - - 1,000 00 

Cash in Nat'l Banks on Interest, 107,089 00 

Cash on hand, .... 5^919 gl 



$1,424,492 97 

Space forbids a detailed analysis of the above 
list but our readers are as competent to make 
it for themselves as we are to do it for them. 
We simply call particular attention to by far 
the largest item, that of Loans on Real Estate, 
and ask if anything could be more idiotic than 
to consider money so invested "withdrawn 
from useful circulation." Every man, woman 
or child, who puts away money in such a bank 
as this is aiding to advance the entire commu- 
nity as well as himself or herself, "Of Saving 
Cometh Having" is a motto that should be im- 
pressed on the minds and should govern 
the actions of every wage-earner, for then 
would some of the hardest problems of civiliz- 
ation be solved, and the past progress of our 
country, vast as it has been, would be dwarfed 
by that which would follow. We present a list 
of the Officers of the Bank, being confident 
that the names shown therein will do more 
towards establishing the absolute soundness of 
the institution than the most flattering finan- 
cial exhibit : President, Robert Abercrombie ; 
Vice-President and Secretary, Chester C. Con- 



ant; Treasurer, Albert M. Gleaoon; Board of 
Investment, Chester C. Conant, L. J. Gunn, 
^Vm. A. Forbes, Charles R. Lowell, Albert M. 
Gleason. Auditors: E. A. Hall, E. E. Lyman. 
Trustees : Robert Abercrombie, Newell Snow, 
(Jeorge A. Arms, Edw. E. Lyman, Leonard 
Barton, Matthew Chapman, E. A. Hall, AVm. 
M. Smead, f.eviJ. (iunn, Chas. II. Green, Wm. 
A. Forbes, Salmon P. White, Chester C. Con- 
ant, Seorem B. Slate, Chelsea Cook, Chas. R. 
Lowell, Aug. C. Walker. 



Greenfield Dining Rooms, O. A. Blais- 
dell. Proprietor. Fancy cake bakery. Manufac- 
ture of candy. Ice Cream at Wholesale and 
retail. Wedding and other parties promptly 
attended to. Bread, cake and pastry. Blais- 
dell's domestic bread. Meals served at all 
hours. Nos. 148 to 149 Main street, Greenfield, 
Mass. — The "Greenfield Dining Rooms" have 
a reputation by no means confined to this 
town, and as the enterprise is a representative 
one in the best sense of the word it should be 
given especially prominent mention in review- 
ing the leading undertakings carried on in this 
vicinity. Operations were begun by Mr. .1. J. 
Richardson, he being succeeded by Mr. J. B. 
Drew in 1883, and this gentleman giving place 
to the present proprietor Mr. O. A. Blaisdell, 
in 1887. Mr. Blaisdell was born in Richford, 
Vt., and has a large circle of friends in Green- 
field and vicinity. That he thoroughly ujider- 
stands his present line of business needs no 
further proof than that afforded by the great 
success the enterprise has met with under his 
direction, for he has materially developed it 
in every department. The premises utilized 
are numbered 145 to 149 Main street, and com- 
prise an entire block, 50 feet square and four 
stories in height. Meals are served at all 
hours, a specialty being made of regular din- 
ners, from 12 to 2. The food served here is of 
the best quality and as the cooking is strictly 
first-class also it is not surprising that the 
most fastidious should express themselves as 
being perfectly satisfied with the accommoda- 
tions aftbrded. Both regular and transient 
boarders are catered to, and pleasant and com- 
fortable lodgings can be furnished if desired. 
A fancy cake bakery is carried on in connec- 
tion with the establishment, and bread, cake 
and pastry of all kinds are largely dealt in, 
"Blaisdeirs domestic bread" being very popu- 
lar in this vicinity. Ice cream is handled both 
at wholesale and retail. A department of the 
business to which Mr. Blaisdell gives special 
attention is the manufacture of confectionery 
for his own customers and also for the trade. 
It is refreshing to glance at his heavily laden 
counter and well filled show case of fresh, pure 
confectionery a combination of skill and taste 
not seen in every confectionery store and well 
worth a call from the purchasing public. The 
superior facilities at hand enable Mr. Blaisdell 
to cater to w'edding and other parties to excel- 
lent advantage, and his services are largely 
availed of, as the articles supplied are invari- 
ably satisfactory and moderate charges are 
made in every instance. 



16 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



C, O. Haley, Livery, Feed and Exchange 
Stable. Teams at all hours at moderate prices. 
Horses, Wagons, T.ivery Goods, etc., bought 
and sold on commission, School Street, Green- 
field. — Mr. C. O. Halej' carries on one of the 
most widely-popular stables of which we have 
knowledge, and no one can do business with 
him for any length of time without conceding 
that the popularity referred to is by no means 
the result of luck and chance, but on the con- 
trary is the legitimate result of straightforward 
methods and an evident desire to treat everj^ 
customer fairly and liberally. He is a native of 
Guilford, Vt., and saw about 3 years service in 
the army during the rebellion. Mr. Haley has 
conducted his present enterprise since 1881, 
and his business has steadily developed from 
the beginning. He is prepared to furnish 
teams at all hours and at moderate prices, and 
we may say in passing that although the 
charges are uniformlj^ reasonable, the horses 
and vehicles are of a character that makes them 
presentable anywhere. Quite a number of 
horses are boarded at this stable, their owners 
knowing they are assured comfortable quarters 
and tiie best of care, and a very important 
department of Mr. Haley's business is the 
buying, selling and exchanging of horses, 
wagons, livery goods and similar articles. He 
sells many horses and vehicles on commission, 
and as his stable is very favorably known to 
the purchasing public he is able to dispose of 
animals entrusted to him for sale without 
delay, and to make i>rompt returns to owners. 

Sheldon & Newcomb, Hardware, Iron 
and Steel; Paints, Oils and Varnishes, Agri- 
cultural Implements, Seeds, Fertilizers, etc.; 
Greenfield, Mass. — The inception of the busi- 
ness now carried on by Messrs. Sheldon & 
Newcomb, dates back a good many years, for 
the enterprise had been conducted for some 
time when it passed under the control of 
Messrs. Wells & Smead, who were succeeded 
by Messrs. George A. Ames & Co. in 18G0, the 
existing firm being formed 20 j^ears later. 
It is constituted of Messrs. J. Sheldon and E. 
A. Newcomb, the former being a native of 
Deerfield and the. latter of Leyden, Mass. 
Both these gentlemen are widelj' known in this 
section of the state, and Mr. Newcomb is con- 
nected with the Board of Water Commissioners. 
The firm deal in Hardware, Iron and Steel, 
Paints, Oils and Varnishes, as well as in 
Agricultural Implements, Seeds, Fertilizers, 
etc., and occupy spacious premises as their 
stock is a very large one, being complete in 
every department. Tlie main store has an area 
of 1760 square feet, and tliere is a basement of 
equal dimensions, while two upper floors, 
each 60 feet square, are utilized together with 
a good-sized storehouse. The bulk of the 
trade is at retail, although considerable whole- 
sale business is done, and two efficient assist- 
ants are employed, every order, whether large 
or small, receiving immediate and careful at- 
tention. The public know that the goods of- 
fered at this establishment are uniformly reli- 
able and that the prices quoted are in strict ac- 
cordance with the lowest market rates, so that 
the steadily increasing magnitude of the busi- 



ness, although of course highly gratifying to 
the proprietors, is only what might reasonably 
have been expected by all familiar with the 
circumstances of the case. 

J. Geo. Yetter, New^ Dry Goods Store, 
Next Door East of Chas. N. Payn's Drug 
Store, Pond's Block, Greenfield, jNIass. — Mr. 
J. Geo. Yetter began operations in this town 
in 1887, and to say that his establishment has 
already become more popular and is much 
more largely patronized than manj^ stores of 
considerabl}^ longer standing, is merely to 
assert what every resident of Greenfield knows 
to be a fact, for Mr. Yetter has so accurate an 
idea of what tlie public w^ant and has shown 
such enterprise in catering to all classes of 
patrons, that his establishment has become a 
favorite resort of those seeking tlie latest 
novelties in dry and fancy goods. The prem- 
ises utilized are located in Pond's Block, next 
door east of Charles N. Payn's drug store, and 
have an area of 1400 square feet. The stock 
on hand comprises full lines of staple dry 
goods, fancy goods, cloaks, shawls, under- 
wear, hosiery, gloves and small wares in 
general, and the goods composing it are oftered 
at bottom prices, for Mr. Yetter is a careful 
buyer and believes in sharing advantages so 
gained with his customers. He is a na- 
tive of Germany and is thoroughly familiar 
with every detail of his business, keeping him- 
self well informed as to the latest novelties in 
the New York and Boston markets and sparing 
no pains to keep his stock fully "up to the 
times" in every respect. Employment is given 
to 4 assistants, immediate and polite attention 
being thus assured to every caller. 

W. H. Lyon, Tea, Coffee and Spices, Soda, 
Cream Tartar, Cigars, etc., No. 6 Davis street, 
Greenfield, Mass. — The policy pursued by Mr. 
W. H. Lyon, carrying on business at No. 6 
Davis St., of handling none but dependable 
goods and of quoting the very lowest prices 
that can be named on such articles, has had 
the natural result of gaining great popularity 
for his establishment since it was opened in 
1887, for the public are quick to appreciate 
liberal and honorable methods and may be 
depended upon to patronize any enterprise 
conducted in accordance with such principles. 
Mr. Lyon is a native of Holland, Vt., and has 
a large circle of friends in Greenfield and 
vicinity. He emploj^s 2 efficient assistants, 
and as he also gives close personal attention 
to the various details of his business, he is 
enabled to insure prompt and polite attention 
to every caller. The teas, coffees and spices 
off"ered at this establishment are selected from 
(he most reliable sources and are hard to equal 
for uniform puritj' and great fineness and 
delicacy of flavor, while the prices quoted on 
them will also bear the closest examination and 
comparison. Choice cigars are dealt in very 
extensively, and in fact as we have before 
stated, Mr. Lyon strives to handle only a 
superior grade of goods, while quoting such 
prices as to make his store a favorite with the 
most economically disposed as well as with the 
most fastidious. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GBEE:N FIELD. 



17 




X»2 



X12 



xiz"^ 

Van Doom & Baldwin, Crockery, Wall 
Papers and Shades, Glass and Silver Plated 
Ware, Greenfield, Mass. — The establishment 
carried on by Messrs. Van Doom & Baldwin 
is very widely and favorably known in Green- 
field and vicinity, for the stock offered is so va- 
ried and desirable and the prices quoted are so 
low that the business, although already large, 
is still rapidly and steadily increasing. Opera- 
tions were begun in 1871 by Messrs. Van Doom 
& Tilson, who w-ere succeeded in 1872 by 
Messrs C. A. Van Doom & Co. the present co- 
partnership being entered into in 1887. Mr. 
C. A. Van Doom is a native of Brattleboro, 
Vt., while Mr. A. L. Baldwin was bom in 
Chester, in the same state. The premises uti- 
lized by the firm comprise one floor and a 
basement, of the dimensions of 25x70 feet, and 
other storages ; the stock carried consists of 
Crockery, Glass and Silver Plated Ware, Wall 
Paper, Borders, Shades, etc. A full line of 
Staple Goods is constantlj' on hand but the 
distinguishing feature of the assortment oflered 
is the number of late novelties it contains, for 
the firm are constantly renewing their stock 
and are prepared to supply the most fashion- 
able novelties in Crockery, Artistic Wall Paper 
and Glass and Plated Ware. Employment is 
given to 2 efficient assistants and prompt and 
polite attention is assured to every caller. 

The Rugg Mfg. Co, Manufacturers of 
Specialties in Wood, Greenfield, Mass. — Con- 
sidering the hard usage that Wooden Rakes 
are put to and the abuse they receive in one 
way and another, it is really surprising that 
they endure as long as they do in certain cases, 
and indicates that some manufacturers at least 
must use carefully selected stock and take pains 
to see that it is properly worked up and put 
together. That this is in fact the policy pur- 
sued by the Rugg ^Ifg. Co. is well-known to 
those conversant with their methods, and is 
doubtless surmised by the many making prac- 
tical use of the Rakes coming from their fac- 
tory, as these tools are surpassed by none of a 
similar kind in the market as regards uniform 
excellence of material and workmanship. 
They combine strength and lightness to a re- 
markable degree and are preferred to all others 
by many who have proved their superiority by 
long-continued and practical tests. The Rugg 
Mfg. Co. has a well-equipped factory and is in 
a position to fill the largest orders at short no- 
tice and at extremely reasonable rates. This 
company also manufactures Snow Shovels, 
Handles etc. 



Charles L. Smith, 
Paper Hanging and 
Painting, Ames Street, 
Greenfield, Mass. — A 
few coats of paint prop- 
erly applied will do so 
much towards improving 
the appearance of a 
house, and will add so 
materially to the dura- 
bility of the structure, 
that it seems very 
strange some property 
owners should begrudge 
the comparatively small expense of having such 
work done. A well painted house will last 
longer, look better, sell or rent quicker, and in 
short, be in ever}' way more desirable than one 
allowed to remain neglected, and, therefore, 
the money spent on paint and labor is thor- 
oughly well invested. Mr. Charles L. Smith 
is, doubtless, one of the best known house 
painters doing business in this vicinity, and 
his reputation for using honest stock and doing 
thoroughly dependable work is one of which 
he maj' well be proud. His shop is located on 
Ames St., and every facility is at hand to 
enable orders to be filled at short notice and at 
moderate rates. House painting, graining, etc., 
are done in a thoroughly first-class style. Mr. 
Smith makes a specialty of paper hanging and 
hard wood finishing, to which he gives immedi- 
ate, skillful and painstaking attention. 

S. B. Payne, manufacturer of Harnesses and 
dealer in Saddlery, Blankets, Robes, etc., Maiii 
street, Greenfield, ^fass. — The business carried 
on by Mr. S. B. Payne was founded just about 
a quarter of a century ago, it having been 
started in 1864 by Mr. H. AV. Payne. In 1865 
the firm of H. W. & S. B. Payne' was formed, 
and in 1866 the original proprietor again as- 
sumed sole control, and continued it until 1870, 
when the firm of H. W. & S. B. Payne suc- 
ceeded him and was succeeded by the present 
owner in 1878. Mr. S. B. Payne is a native of 
Montague, Mass., and has long been one of 
Greenfield's most prominent business men. As 
a manufacturer of harnesses Ms reputation is 
by no means confined to this vicinity, for his 
productions are conceded to be unsurpassed 
for uniform excellence of material and honesty 
of workmanship, and are oft'ered at prices 
which will bear the severest comparison with 
those named by any manufacturer of equally 
dependable goods. Mr. Payne's shop and 
warerooms are located on Main St., and have a 
total area of about 2600 square feet. Employ- 
ment is given to 4 experienced assistants, and 
custom work is done at short notice, as is also 
repairing of all kinds, moderate charges being 
made in every instance. A large stock is con- 
stantly carried, comprising Trunks, Valises, 
Traveling Bags, etc., as well as a full selection 
of Harnesses, Saddlery, Robes and Horse Fur- 
nishings in general, including Cards, Brushes, 
Whips, Blankets, Bells, Curry Combs and other 
indispensable articles. These goods are In 
every case warranted to prove as represented, 
and are offered at the very lowest market 
rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 




G. E. Poulter, dealer in Estey Organs and 
Pianos, also Musical Instruments, 15 Bank 
Row, Greenfield, Mass. — There are certain 
manufacturing concerns which have so high 
and wide spread a reputation that the mere 
fact that thej' are known to have been the pro- 
ducers of a certain article, renders praise of it 
quite unnecessary, a prominent example is that 
afforded by the Estey Organ and Piano Com- 
pany, and therefore when we say that Mr. G. 
E. Poulter is agent for the sale of Estey Organs 
and Pianos there is really no need of our adding 
that the instruments offered by him are unsur- 
passed in the markets of the world, and are as 
sure to give entire satisfaction as a gold eagle 
fresh from the mint is sure to be worth ten 
dollars. Poor organs and pianos are simply 
abominations and it is far better to go without 
altogether than to put up with an inferior 
instrument because it is a few dollars less in 
price. Mr. Poulter is prepared to quote as low 
rates as anybody can name on Estey goods and 
those wishing astrictly high-grade instrument 
at a moderate price should by all means give 
him a call. lie also deals in a variety of musi- 
cal instruments and goods. His store is located 
at No. 15 Bank Row, and all callers are assured 
prompt and polite attention, goods beiug cheer- 
fully shown and any desired information con- 
cerning musical goods, etc., promptly given. 

Stratton Brothers, Manufacturers of Pa- 
tent Metallic Corner Spirit Levels, and all 
kinds of Wood Levels. Manufactory, School 
Street, Greenffeld, Mass. — Spirit Levels are so 
indispensible to the carrying out of a wide 
range of mechanical work that it is but natural 
that a large and constant demand should exist 
for them, and some idea of the extent of this 
demand may be obtained frou) the number of 
Levels manufactured by a single Greenfield 
concern, — that of Stratton Brothers. This firm 
is constituted of Messrs. Edwin A. and Charles 
>L Stratton, both of whom are natives of 
Xorthfield, Mass., and are widely known in 
this vicinity. The enterprise was inaugurated 
just about a score of years ago, in I8G9, and has 
attained considerable magnitude, the firm doing 
a very large wholesale business besides selling 



some goods at retail. A specialty is made of 
Patent Metallic Corner Spirit Levels, but all 
kinds of Wood Levels are also made, and the 
goods meet with a ready sale as they are un- 
surpassed for accuracy and durability, and are 
offiered at very reasonable figures. The faetorj' 
is a three-story structure of the dimensions of 
25 X 155 feet, being located on School Street, 
and fitted up with improved machinerj^, ena- 
bling the firm to fill the heaviest orders at short 
notice. Employment is given to six experien- 
ced assistants, and both members of the firm 
give the various details of the business careful 
supervision, sparing no pains to fully maintain 
the high reputation thus far held. 

H. M. Wiemers, Manufacturer of Fine 
Havana Cigars, South of Depot, Greenfield, 
Mass. — Few Persons not in the business 
have anj' idea of the immense number of 
cigars consumed in the United States 
every year, and not the least remarkable 
thing about the demand for cigars is its 
rapid and steady increase. In spite of all 
that is urged against smoking, the habit 
has become so general that the man who 
doesn't smoke is a rare exception, for the com- 
mon sense of the people enables them to see 
that it is only the abuse of tobacco that is hurt- 
ful, and the enjoyment derived from its proper 
use can be obtained in no other way. The fin- 
er grades of tobacco are especially harmless, 
and therefore it is gratifying to know that Mr. 
H. M. Wiemers, who makes a specialty of Man- 
ufacturing Fine Havana Cigars, is meeting with 
great success in his efforts to introduce a supe- 
rior article among the trade. Mr. W'iemers is a 
native of Germany and began operations here 
in Greenfield in 1883. His factor.y is located 
south of the Depot and comprises two floors of 
the dimensions of 30 x 13 feet. A wholesale 
business is done and every order receives 
prompt and satisfactory attention. 



Mrs. M. E. Frost, Embroidery Goods and 
Stamping, Federal street, Greenfield, Mass. 
— The remark often heard, to the effect that a 
certain thing "must be seen to be appreciated'' 
is in many cases as true as it is familiar, and a 
prominent instance in point is that afforded bj' 
the stock of Embroidery Goods etc., offered by 
Mrs. M. E. Frost, at her establishment on Fed- 
eral Street. This Lady is a native of East 
Windsor, Conn., and inaugurated the enterprise 
in question in 1881, since which time it has be- 
come familiar to the ladies of Greenfield and 
vicinity, for the excellent taste shown in the se- 
lection" and arrangement of the stock carried 
commends it to all who are interested in art 
Embroidery. Mrs. Frost makes a specialty of 
Stamping, and is prepared to work out the 
most intricate patterns at short notice and in a 
clear and accurate manner. The advantages 
of having designs so prepared are obvious to 
all, andjit is entirely natural that manj' orders 
should be received. The Embroidery Goods 
dealt in are of guaranteed quality, and are off'- 
ered at prices that will bear the severest com- 
parison with those quoted by any dealer in ar- 
I tides of equal merit. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



19 



"Western Farm Mortgages, The Best Form 
of luvestmeut, The Guaniuteed First Mort- 
gage Loans of the Interstate Mortgage Trust 
Company, of Parsons, Kansas, and Greenfield, 
Mass. — The difficulty experienced in obtaining 
safe and profitable securities in which to in- 
vest, has led our most practical and conserva- 
tive investors to ))ut their money largel.v in 
Western farm mortgages, as being the best 
method of obtaining a liigh rate of interest, 
combined with safetj'. Financial and trust 
institutions, as well as individuals, have been 
doing tliis for some time past, and some cus- 
tomers of this company liave made these in- 
vestments for more than twent}--five years with 
most satisfactory results. The Interstate mort- 
gage Trust Company by a salaried officer, makes 
special examination regarding improvements, 
cultivation and the value of the land and tlie 
standing of bondsmen, after whicli thej^ fully 
guarantee the prompt payment of botli princi- 
pal and interest before offering the mortgages 
to Eastern investors. The loans of this com- 
pany are confined chiefly to six counties in 
Soutiieasteru Kansas, where its President and 
Western Manager, 3Ir. Jerome IJ. lirowu, has 
been a resident almost since its first settlement, 
■or some fifteen years ago, and who for nine 
years has been connected with Mr. Francis M. 
Thomnson, now the Vice-President and East- 
ern Manager, Mr. Brown procuring the loans 
and Mr. Thompson selling them, the business 
beginning in a small waj' developing in a short 
time to such an extent as to require the incor- 
poration of a company to protect the interests 
of their patrons. But fortj^ per cent, of the 
estimated value of the mortgaged premises is 
ever loaned, in amounts varying from $200 to 
$2,500, making it convenient for people of 
limited means toinvest their savings protitablj', 
no such chance being offered in the East in anj' 
other form, and capitalists can also be accom- 
modated up to any amount by aggregating 
numbers of mortgages in one block. The in- 
vestor gets from this company an application 
from the borrower, showing the value of the 
property, and giving a description of the laud 
and improvements and appraisement; a bond 
or note with interest coupons attached, fully 
guaranteed by the companj', a mortgage se- 
curing the note; a certificate showing the title 
from the United States to the present owner- 
ship, and a polic.v of insurance, when insurance 
is sp ecified in the application. All interest 
coupons are paid at the Greenfield ofhce, the 
day they are due. Not a single mortgage has 
ever been foreclosed by Mr. Brown, nor by the 
company, and Eastern investors applying to Mr. 
Thompson at Greenfield, can have the satisfac- 
tion of knowing that he also has never made a 
loss on any loan made by him, and he is assist- 
ed by a local Board of Directors, all of whom 
are well known citizens. The savings banks 
and life insurance companies of New England 
have profitably placed millions of their funds 
in mortgages such as are offered by this com- 
pany. Mr. Tliompson is also Agent and one of 
the Directors of the Texas Loan Agency loca- 
ted at Corsicana, Texas, having a Capital of 
$300,000 and Surplus of $09,000 and will supply 
their Loans and Debentures fully guaranteed. 



E. J. Jones, Dealer in Stoves and Furna- 
ces. Plumber and Gas Fitter, Greenfield, 
Mass. — The enterprise now conducted by Mr. 
E. J. Jones was started a number of years ago 
by Messrs. M. R. & N. G. Pierce, who were 
succeeded in 1885 by Messrs. Mason & McKin- 
ney, the present proprietor assuming control 
in 1888. lie is a native of Deerfield, Mass., 
and is very generally known in Greenfield and 
vicinity, at one time having l)een a member of 
th(! Board of Selectmen. Mr. Jones deals ex- 
tensivelj' in Stoves, Furnaces, Tinware, etc., 
and also carries a fine line of Refrigerators, 
embodying the latest improvements and being 
economical of ice as well as capable of main- 
taining a very low temperature. These he 
offers at very reasonable rates, and in fact on 
all the goods he handles, prices are quoted 
that will bear the severest examination and 
comparison. Employment is given to 6 assist- 
ants, and a specialty is made of Plumbing and 
Gas Fitting, orders being assured immediate 
and painstaking attention and all work being 
done in a scientific and thorough minner at 
moderate rates. Mr. Jones has built up a very 
large business in this department and spares no 
pains to thoroughly satisfy the most critical 
patrons. 



Green & Vosburgh, LTudertaking, Uphol- 
stering, Furniture; 54 Main St., Greenfield, 
Mass. — The business carried on by Messrs. 
Green & Vosburgh was founded more than ten 
years ago, it having been started by Mr. 
Alexander W. Green in 1878. Tliis gentleman 
is a native of Troy, N. Y., and in 1888 he entered 
into partnership with another New York man, 
Mr. Stephen W. Vosburgh, who was born in 
Valatia, and was with J. L. Lyons for 28 years, 
and is well known throughout the county. The 
firm do an extensive business and carry on 
operations at No. 54 Main St., occupying 4 
floors, whose total area is about 7200 square 
feet. An immense stock is on hand to choose 
from, as Messrs. Green & Vosburgh deal in 
Furniture of all descriptions and cater to all 
classes of trade, offering so great a variety that 
rich or poor, extravagant or economical people 
can all visit the establishment in the full 
assurance of finding something just suited to 
their needs. Employment is given to 3 assist- 
ants, and callers are afforded every opportunity 
to make a satisfactory selection, goods being 
promptly and cheerfully shown and no mis- 
representation being practiced under any cir- 
cumstances. The firm are prepared to meet all 
honorable competition, and quote prices that 
prove the folly of going to the cit}' to buy any- 
thing in the "Furniture line. Upholstering is 
done to order, in a skilful and workmanlike 
manner at short notice and at uniformly mod- 
erate rates. A large assortment of Coffins, 
Caskets and Funeral Goods in general is con- 
stantly on hand, as particular attention is 
given to Undertaking, and the responsible and 
difficult duties incidental to that business are 
discharged in the most painstaking manner. 
The firm execute many commissions in this 
line and have gained a high reputation for com- 
petency and for making reasonable charges. 



20 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GBEENFIELD. 




J. H. Lamb, S Park How, Greenfield, Mass. 
— Weber, Fischer, Sterling Piauos, Ivers & 
Poud Matchless Pianos, Ivers & Pond Pianos, 
One hundred now in use in the New England 
Conservatory of Music, Boston, Taber, Story & 
Clarke, Carpenter, Shoninger-Bell Organs, 
Roller Organs, $6 to $12. A large stock of 
Poller Music on hand, second-hand Organs and 
Pianos for sale cheap. Music Books of instruc- 
tion for all kinds of instruments, a large lot of 
ten-cent music, can furnish any piece of Music 
or Book not on liand, at short notice. Strings 
for Violins, Guitars, Double Bass, Banjos, etc.. 
Gospel Hymns 1, 2, 3, 4 combined, 45c. 50c. 
75c. $1.00. Gospel Hymns Number Five 35c. and 
50c. , Gospel Choir, 30c. 40c. and 50c. Organ 
Instruction Books ; White's, Studds', Clarke's 
and Root's. Piano Methods; Richardson's, N. 
E. Conservatory, and Studds'. Piano Spreads 
and Stools. Pianos, Organs and Band Instru- 
ments to rent, and for sale on monthly install- 
ments. Any Instrument I do not have on hand 
I can get at short notice. Call and examine 
my goods before purchasing. You will save 
money by doing so. 



F, W. Smead, Dealer 

in Beef, Poultry, Lard, 
Hams and Meat of all 
Kinds, Greenfield, Mass., 
No. 57 Main Street. — 
Some physicians believe 
that the day will come 
when medicines will be 
almost entirely dispensed 
with, and health will be 
maintained and disease 
cured by the use of suit- 
able diet, whether this 
view of the subject be 
correct or not, it is at all 
events sure that what we 
eat exerts great influence 
on our general health and 
as few if any articles of 
food are more hurtful 
than inferior meats, it is^ 
well to purchase every- 
thing in the meat line 
from a responsible dealer 
who takes pains to handle 
only desirable grades. 
The residents of Green- 
field and vicinity need 
have no difficulty in ob- 
taining meats of the best 
quality, for there are va- 
rious establishments in 
town where suchare sold, 
and one of the best of 
them is thatconducted by 
Mr. F. W. Smead, at No. 
57 Main street. I'his gen- 
tlemaa is a natlAC of Cole- 
raine and has built up a 
large trade since begin- 
ning operations in his- 
present location. The 
premises occupied have an 
area of 1,000 square feet, 
" - ~ and contain a large and 

most carefully chosen 
assortment of Beef, Lamb, Poultry, Hams and 
Meats of all kinds. Pure Leaf Lard is also 
dealt in largely, and Fresh Country Butter. 
Cheese and Eggs are always to be had here at 
the lowest market rates. Vegetables of all 
kinds in their seasons are kept in stock, and the 
employment of two efficient assistants assures- 
px'ompt and polite attention to everj^ caller. 

Bonneville & Morin, Carpenters and 
Builders, Shop on Olive Street, Greenfield, 
Mass. — In awarding contracts for building it is 
well to give due consideration to other things 
besides prices, for it is not always the lowest 
bidder who will give the most value for money 
expended. When a man orders a suit of 
clothes made, if he is careful of his personal 
appearance he does not patronize a firm simply 
because it names lower prices than any other, 
but places his order with a concern that has 
the reputation of doing good work, even if he 
has to pay a little more. Both firms may war- 
rant perfection in fit etc., but for all of that, 
he feels that a suit made by one is worth 
more than if made by the other. The same 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF QBEENFIELD. 



21 



principle applies to houses. Messrs. Bonne- 
ville & Moriu are in a position to figure as ; 
closely as any concern on plans and specifica- 
tions submitted to them, and they also have 
the rei)utation of carrying out their agreements 
in the spirit as well as to the letter, the result 
being that well-informed persons give them 
the preference when placing building contracts, 
being convinced they can do the work as well 
and as cheaply at least as any other building 
concern. They have a well-equipped shop on 
Olive Street, and employ a large force of 
skilled assistants, enabling orders to be filled 
at short notice. Carpentering and Building of 
all descriptions will be done in a thoroughly 
satisfactory manner, moderate charges being 
made in every instance. 

Greenfield Marble Works, A. A. Rankin, 
Proprietor. Manufacturer and Dealer in Ceme- 
tery Work, from American and Foreign Mar- 
ble, American and Fon^igu Granite or Brown 
Stone. Greenfield, Mass. — ^Mr. A. A. Eankin, 
jjroprietor of the Greenfield Marble Works, is 
a native of Montague, Mass., and as he has 
carried on operations in this vicinity since 1852, 
it is hardly uecessary to say he is very widelv 
known throughout this section. Mr. Rankin 
is a manufacturer of and dealer in cemeterj- 
work of all descriptions, and is prepared to 
furnish monuments, headstones etc., at short 
notice and at remarkably low rates. He gen- 
erally has a fine selection of finished work on 
hand,, including monuments from Foreign and 
American marble .granite or brown stone and 
has a very extensive assortment of designs 
which he is prepared to carry out at short no- 
tice, and to modify to suit the tastes and means 
of his customers. It is hardlj^ necessary to 
say that monumental work must be executed 
in a first-class manner in order to be at all ac- 
ceptable, for nothing looks more out of place 
than cheaply and unskilfully constructed cem- 
eterj^ work. The Greenfield Marble AVorks 
have a well-earned reputation f^r attaining 
results equal to the best. 

Mrs. Wanda Miller, Dealer in Millinery and 
Fancy Goods, Greenfield, Mass., No. 1.33 Main 
Street. There is quite a number of Establish- 
ments in Greenfield and vicinity devoted to the 
sale of Millinery and Fancy Goods, but none 
of them is better known than that conducted 
by Mrs. Wanda Miller, at No. i;{3 Main Street. 
This business was founded long ago by Mr. Si- 
mon Selling, who was succeeded by Mr. Wil- 
liam Wunsch, the present owner assuming pos- 
session in 1879. The j)remises occupied have 
an area of 800 square feet, and always contain 
a most attractive assortment of Fine Millinery 
and Fanc}' Goods, made up of a full selection 
of staple Articles as well as a tastefully chosen 
stock of the very latest fashionable novelties. 
Mrs. Miller is a careful and experienced buyer 
and her customers are consequently sure to ob- 
tain goods at as low rates as can be named on 
articles of equal merit. Trimmed or Untrim- 
med Hats and Bonnets are dealt in to a consid- 
erable extent as are also Feathers, Laces, Rib- 
bons and other trimmings, but the most impor- 



tant department of the business is that devoted 
to Custom work, the aid of a full force of ex- 
perienced assistants being required during the 
season. Orders are filled at short notice, and 
no better or more tasteful work is done in this 
section of the state. 



Charles N. Wood, Successor to Charles 
Richmond, Manufacturer of Paper Boxes of all 
kinds. P. O. Box 1209, Shop, Prospect Street, 
Greenfield, Mass. — Paper Boxes are now used 
for such a great variety of purposes that the 
demand for them cannot seriouslj^ be aftected 
by dullness in anv one line of business. To 
even catalogue all the goods regularly put up 
in such packages would exhaust our available 
space many times over, and as Mr. Charles N. 
Wood makes Paper Boxes of all kinds it will 
be seen that it is not out of the question to 
mention his productions in detail. As varied 
as these are however, they resemble each other 
in one respect at least — they are all carefully 
made and may be depended on to prove just as 
represented. Mr. Wood was tj&l-n in Lyme, N. 
H., and became engaged in his present enter- 
prise in 1886, succeeding Mr. Chas. Richmond. 
His shop is located on Prospect Street, and oc- 
cupies 2 stories and an attic, there beina: some 
1600 square feet of floor-space available. Im- 
proved machinery is used and a competent 
force of assistants employed, enabling orders 
to be filled at short notice and at the lowest 
market rates. Communications addressed to 
Post Office Box 1209 will receive immediate 
and careful attention, and estimates will be 
cheerfully made on receipt of samples. 



Gilbert E. Jones, Contractor and Builder, 
also Jobbing, Dealer in Lumber, School Street, 
Greenfield, Slass. — The business carried on by 
Mr. Gilbert E. Jones, was founded about a 
score of j'ears ago by Messrs. Travers & .Tones, 
who removed to the location now occupied in 
1878. The present proprietor has had sole con- 
trol since 1883. He is a native of Deerfield, 
Mass., and his straightforward and enterpris- 
ing business methods have long since won for 
him a prominent place among other contrac- 
tors and builders carrying on operations in this 
section. Mr. Jones utilizes spacious premises 
on School Street, including a 24 story shop of 
the dimensions of 28x48 feet, and a "good-sized 
shed for the storage of Lumber, in which he 
deals quite extensively. Emi)lovment is given 
to about 10 assistants, the number varying of 
course with the season, and all orders are as- 
sured prompt and painstaking attention, gen- 
eral jobbing being done in a workmanlike man- 
ner at short notice and at moderate rates. Es- 
timates will be cheerfully givea on receipt of 
plans and specifications, and as Mr. Jones ex- 
perience enables him to figure very closely, 
those contemplating building will find it for 
their interest to give him an opportunity to 
bid. Mr. Jones also deals to a considerable 
extent in Real Estate having some very desir- 
able land for sale, also Tenements to rent at 
reasonable rates. At certain seasons in the 
year he has farm produce for sale. 



22 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



Dwight Smith, Contractor and Builder, 
Jobbing woY^ done, Ames Street, Greenfield, 
Mass. — A little care shown in the placing of a 
contract for the building of a house will often 
save so much trouble, not to saj^ money, that it 
is curious the fact is not more often borne in 
mind by those contemplating building. Plans 
and specifications are generally drawn up with 
great exactness, but even then there is often 
room for an honest difference of opinion as to 
how they should be interpreted, and when a 
builder is disposed to cheapen the construction 
of a house as much as possible after being 
awarded the contract, there are more ways 
than one to do it without breaking the letter of 
the agreement. Not that we mean to assert 
that is the common practice, but still it is done 
by some few in that line of business, and 
therefore the importance of using discrimina- 
tion becomes manifest. Mr. Dwight Smith 
has gained an enviable reputation for respect- 
ing the spirit of his agreements, and is there- 
fore deserving of the popularity he enjoys 
among those conversant with his methods. 
His shop is located on Ames St., and a general 
contracting and jobbing business is carried on, 
all orders being assured immediate and careful 
attention. Estimates will be promptl}^ made 
on application, and as ]\Ir. Smith has had wide 
experience as a builder and figures very closelj^ 
it is well to give him an opportunity to bid 
vv^hen building is contemplated. 



W. A. Forbes, Dealer in Dry Goods and 
Carpets, llovey's block, Greenfield, Mass. — Mr. 
W. A. Forbes has carried on business in this 
town for so long a time and is so promineutlj" 
identified with so many of Greenfield's repre- 
sentative institutions that none of our local 
merchants are more clearly entitled to especial 
mention in a review of the town's industrial, 
mercantile and financial enterprises. Mr. 
Forbes was born in Buckhmd, and in 1807 be- 
came a member of the firm of T. D. Koot & Co., 
the business conducted by the concern having 
been founded by T. D. Hoot in 18.54. \n 1871, 
the firm-name became Forbes & IJoot, and in 
1874 Mr. Forbes became sole proprietor, so 
continuing until 1881. when the firm of W. A. 
Forbes & Co. was formed, the next and final 
change occurring when the present proprietor 
again assumed sole control in 1884. He has 
held the position of Representative, and is now 
Vice-president of the Greenfield Savings Bank, 
and a Director of the Packard and the Conway 
National Banks. Mr. Forbes deals extensively 
in Dry (Joods, Cloaks, Shawls, etc.. and makes 
a specialty of Carpets, carrying the largest 
stock in the county, and employing five efii- 
cient and polite assistaT)ts and occupying spa- 
cious and well anangcd premises in llovey's 
block. The main floor measures 18 x 80 feet, 
and there is a basement of equal size, and a 
carpet room up stairs, 18 x 40 feet in dimen- 
sions. A heavy and varied stock is constantly 
carried, the prices (|uoted are always strictly 
in accord with the lowest market rates, and it 
is hardly necessary to add that every article is 
sure to prove precisely as represented. 



S. AUen's Sons, Dealers in Hardware^ 
Iron and Steel. Wheels and Wheel Stock, also 
Sporting Goods, Greenfield. — A business which 
was -established in 1812 and which has 
been successfully continued ever since, would 
be deserving of more than passing no- 
tice, even though it were not at the present 
time one of the most important enterprises of 
the kind to be found in this section of the state, 
and as the undertaking carried on by S. Allen's 
Sons is not only of the earlj' origin noted but 
is now unsurpassed as regards popularity and 
the ability to meet all honorable competition^ 
it is certainly deserving of particularly prom- 
inent mention in any review of Greenfield's 
business interests. Mr. Sylvester Allen wa& 
identified with it from 1812 to 1848, the present 
firm being formed in the latter j-ear. Messrs. 
William H. and Franklin R. Allen are both na- 
tives of this town, and are so generally known 
throughout this vicinity as to render extended 
personal mention quite unnecessary. The firm 
utilize premises comprising three floors and a 
basement, of 40x60 feet, and carrj' a very heavy 
and varied stock of Hardware, Iron and Steely 
Wheels and Wheel Stock etc., as well as a full 
assortment of Sporting Goods of the most ap- 
proved patterns. Both a wholesale and retail 
business is done and large or small orders are 
filled without delay and at positively the 
lowest market rates. Employment is given to 
4 competent assistants, and customers are as- 
sured prompt and painstaking attention at all 
times. 



Slate & DeWoIf, Dealers in Agricultural 
Tools and Fertilizers, Repairs for all kinds of 
Agricultural Machines. Seeds of all kinds. 
Apples and Pears a specialty. Greenfield, 
Mass. — It is true that the successful farmer is 
generallj' something of a mechanic as well, but 
it is too much to expect a man to be expert in 
both these occupations and therefore such an 
enterprise as that conducted by Messrs. Slate 
& DeWolf is of great benefit to farmers in gen- 
eral, for this firm are in a position to assure the 
prompt and skilful repairing of agricultural 
machines of all kinds, and also handle Agricul- 
tural Tools in general, guaranteeing every 
article sold by them to prove just as repre- 
sented. They deal extensively in Fertilizers^ 
Seeds of every descriittion, and similar com- 
modities, being prepared to quote the very low- 
est market rates on dependable goods, and to fill 
the heaviest orders at short notice. Apples and 
Pears are made a specialty, an immense busi- 
ness being done in this line alone. The prem- 
ises utilized, comprise one floor and a basement 
measuring 44 x 60 feet, and a large stock of 
Farming Tools, etc.. is constantly carried. A 
spacious store-house is maintaineil here, and 
another one at Shelburne Falls, the firm'^ ojtera- 
tions being by no means confined to this vicin- 
ity. Mr. C. E. Slate was born in Shelburn, 
Mass., while Mr. Edward L. DeWolf is a native 
of Deerfield, both these gentlemen giving close 
personal attention to the business and sparing 
no pains to keep up and even improve upon the 
enviable record made since operations were 
begun in 1884. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



23 



C. F. Poster, Dealer in Watches, Clocks, 
Jewelry, Spectacles, Eye Glasses &c. Repair- 
a specialty. Main street, Greenfield, Mass. — 
Probably VV^atches, Clocks, Jewelry and simi- 
lar goods were never so cheap before as they 
are at the present time, but it is also true that 
never before was there such a quantity of 
"bogus" goods on the market, so that'pur- 
chasers cannot be too careful in making their 
selections. As a matter of fact, the only sure 
way of " getting your money's worth," is to 
patronize a dealer who not only knows his 
business but has an established reputation for 
looking out for the interests of his customers, 
and as Mr. Foster certainly " fills the bill " 
perfectly in both these respects, it naturally 
follows that he is a good man to call on when 
anything in the line of Watches or Jewelry is 
wanted. Mr. Foster began operations in this 
town in 186."), and in 1868 became a member of 
the firm of Forbes & Foster, selling out to his 
partner in 1875 and resuming business in 
another location alone. His store is situated 
on ^lain street, and contains a well-chosen and 
varied stock of Watches, Clock*, Jewelry, Spec- 
tacles, Eye Glasses, etc., the goods being 
offered at the lowest market rates and guaran- 
teed in every instance to prove just as represen- 
ted. Reparing is made a specialty, and the fi- 
nest Watches and most costly Jewelry will be 
put in order at short notice and in a thorough- 
ly satisfactory manner at uniformly moderate 
rates. 

Qorham D. Williains, Insurance Agencj', 
Greenfield ^lass. — The Insurance agency con- 
ducted by Mr. Gorham I). Williams, was estab- 
lished 21 years ago and has long held a leading 
position among similar enterprises in this sec- 
tion of the state. Mr. Williams is a native of 
East Bridgewater, and is regarded as one of 
Greenfield's most public-spirited citizens, he 
being ever ready to do his part towards advan- 
cing the best interests of the town, and having 
rendered valuable services as Trustee of the 
Public Library, a position he has held ever 
since the institution was organized, with the 
exception of one year. Mr. Williams is Secre- 
tary of the Franklin Mutual Fire Insurance Co., 
which is a "Home" institution of which the 
residents of Greenfield have good reason to be 
proud, for since its incorporation in 1828 it has 
made a record which reflects credit on the en- 
tire community. The president of the com- 
pany is Mr. Nelson Burrows, and it was never 
better prepared than now to furnish dependa- 
ble insurance at low rates. Mr. Williams also 
represents other strong Mutual companies, 
such as the Quincy, Dorchester, Merchants' 
and Farmers', Traders' and Mechanics' and 
Berkshire. Among the stock companies acted 
for are the Phoenix of Hartford. Continental 
of New York, Niagara of New York, Com- 
mercial Union of Newark and Franklin of 
Philadelphia. These corporations are too well 
and favorably known to require endorsement, 



and as Mr. Williams is in a position to issue 
policies in all of them at the lowest attainable 
rates, it is natural that much of the Insurance 
held in this vicinity should be eftected through 
his ofl[ice. 

A. L. Smith, ^lillinery and Fancy Goods, 
Sanborn's Block, 110 Main Street, Greenfield, 
Mass. — The millinery and fancy goods business 
carried on here, w^as founded a number of 
years ago, Mrs. J. C. Bangs being the imme- 
diate predecessor of the present owner, who 
came into possession in 1881. The premises 
occupied have an area of about 700 square feet, 
and the store is verj' widely and favorably 
known to the ladies residing in Greenfield and 
vicinity, for it always contains as varied and 
desirable a stock as can be found in this 
section, while the prices are verj' reasonable — a 
combination as attractive as it is unusual. 
Somebody has said that one might as well be 
"out of the world as out of the fashion," and 
those who hold a similar view will find it for 
their interest to place their orders at this pop- 
ular store, for the very latest fashionable 
novelties are obtained as soon as they appear 
in the market and patrons are therefore sure 
of having the most fashionable styles to select 
from. A specialty is made of fine custom 
millinery work, orders being filled at the 
shortest possibe notice withthe aid of 4 ex- 
perienced and careful assistants. A. L. Smith 
also has a store in Orange, where a full line of 
Millinery is carried, and all orders are given 
prompt and careful attention. 

Chauncey Wing, Pattern ^Maker, general 
jobbing and repairing, designing and making 
machinery and tools, complete for all purposes, 
a specialty, Greenfield, Mass. — It takes a 
thorough mechanic to be a first-class pattern- 
maker and we know of very few engaged in 
this branch of industry who can turn out work 
equal to that produced by ^Ir. Chauncey Wing, 
whose shop is located on Washington st. ^Ir. 
Wing was born in Savoy, Mass., and has carried 
on his present establishment since 1876. It is 
very thoroughly equipped with improved ma- 
chinery, which is run by water-power, and not 
only pattern-making but also general machine 
jobbing and repairing are done in a thorough 
and skillful manner at short notice and at 
moderate rates. The premises utilized, com- 
prise 2 floors of the dimensions of 30 by 50 feet, 
and a competent force of assistants is employed, 
thus assuring the prompt filling of all orders. 
Mr. Wing makes a specialty of designing and 
making machinery and tools complete, for all 
purposes, and his natural ingenuity and 
thorough acquaintance with mechanical prin- 
ciples combine to make him very successful in 
such work. He is patentee of a typewriter and 
also of a self-chalking, chalk-line holder and 
has devised and arranged many ingenious and 
highly-efficient machines for special purposes. 



24 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF GREENFIELD. 



Austin DeWolf, 

Counsellor at Law. 



Office in Taylor's Block, 



ORKENKIELD, IvIASS. 



Dr. a. C, Deane 

AND 

Dr, F. H. Zabriskie, 

Office No. 4 Bank Row, 



OFFICE HOURS. 
9 to lO A.M. 
2 to 4 P.M. 
7 to 9 P.M. 



Greenfield, Mass. 



INSURE \?vith: 

G. H. KAULBACK, 

Fire, Life and Accident 

INSURANCE 

Placed in First-Class Companies. 

Office OTer Moody's Store, Sanborn Block, 
MAIN STREET, GREENFIELD, MASS' 



M. PHILA WRISLEY, 

MILLINERY 



AND 



Fancy Goods, 

M. H. TYLER'S HOUSE, 
Federal Street, Greenfield, Mass. 



W. S. SEVERANCE, M. D., 

HOMCEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN, 

Compound Oxygen, Home Treatment 

for all Chronic Diseases, at 

greatly reduced prices. 



OFFICE HOURS, AFTERNOONS AND EVENINGS. 



OREKNKIELD, :V[ASS. 



DENTISTRY. 



Samuel O. Lamb, 

ATTORNEY AT LAW. 

GREENFIELD, MASS. 



G.S.H.COMINS,D.D.S., 

ponds block, 
Greenfield, Mass. 



MRS. WUNSCH, 



Female Pliyiian and Accoudieuse, 



]V[ain St., opp. Mansion House, 



GREENFIELD. MASS. 




HISTORICAL SKETCH 

OF 

TURNKRS FALLS. 

It is to the West that the public are accustomed to look for examples of 
phenomenally rapid growth, and the residents of that section have a habit of 
laughing good-naturedly at what they consider the ' ' slowness ' ' of the East, but 
after all, it is unneccessary to go outside New England, or, indeed, outside the 
limits of the Commonwealth, to find as pronounced an example of phenomenal 
growth as the most exacting could desire. And yet the word "phenomenal " is 
hardly the correct one to use in this connection, for the reason that it conveys 
an idea of something unnatural, something outside the legitimate course of 
events, while the development to which we have reference — extensive as it is — 
is only what might reasonably have been expected by those competent to form 
an intelligent judgment of the great natural advantages of Turner's Falls, for 
this is the village we take pleasure in calling attention to as a prominent proof 
that Massachusetts has her permanently prosperous ' ' boom ' ' as well as any 
other portion of the Union. From 1867 to 18i90 is not a very long period in the 
history of a community, but when circumstances are favorable, it is long enough 
to admit of wonderful changes being wrought, and so many such have been 
brought about in Turner's Falls during the time mentioned, that it is perfectly 
safe to say that one familiar with the aspect of the village in 1867 would have 
no idea of its identity if suddenly set down in its midst at the present time, 
after a score of years or so of absence. 



26 



HISTOIUCAL SKETCH OF TURNERS FALLS. 




Hundreds of thousands of dollars have 
been expended in improving the water 
privileges of the place, and with what 
good effect may be judged from the fact 
the a single corporation — the Turner's 
Falls Company — control a fall of 80 feet^ 
some 30,000 horse-power being available. 

This history of Turner's Falls is so 
<omi)letely identified with that of the 
late Colonel Alvah Crocker, of Fitch- 
V)urg, that it is practically impossible to 
treat of one without touching uj^on the 
other, for it is owing to his powers of 
observation, his enterprise and his in- 
^, tluential relations with other capitalists 

- that the development of the village is 
'^; primarily due. 

Alvah Crocker was born in Leominster 
i^ in 1801, and went to work m the paper- 
V mills (where his father was a ''batman")^ 
^ when but 8 years of age. He took every 
~ opportunity to educate himself, read 

- everything that came in his way, and 

- spared no spains to master his business 
and to gain an undertaking of the 

2 principles of commerce and of manufac- 
■^ turing. At an early age he went into 
business for himself, and being without 
capital, had a hard s'ruggle to get firmly 
s, established, but confidence, ability and 
o industry finally triumphed, and he had 
y amassed a very considerable competency 
at the time of his death, in 1874. Mr. 
Crocker was an enthusiastic advocate of 
railroads, and it was while seeking an 
available railway route from Miller's 
Falls to Greenfield that he remarked the 
almost unlimited water-power the Con- 
necticut Eiver afforded, or at least, could 
l)e made to afford at Turner's Falls. 

Sliortly afterwards, he organized the 
Turner's Falls Company for the pur- 
pose of furnishing water-power to manu- 
facturers. This company has expended 
immense sums of money on dams, bulk- 
head, canal, etc., the canal above repre- 
. The results attained, however, would 



senting an outlay of over Jr^l 75,000 

justify much heavier expenditure if necessary, for the annual product of the vil 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF TURNERS FALLS. 



27 



lage is of great and increasing value, and unprejudiced judges predict a time 
when Lowell and other immense manufacturing centres will be fairly rivalled. 
The village has excellent railroad facilities, a fine school system, a well-equipped 
public library, an efficient Fire Department ; besides various churches, banks, 
hotels, etc. A reliable and energetic weekly newspaper looks out. for local 
interests, and in short, all the characteristics of a typical New England com- 
munity are here present, making Turner's Falls an excellent place to live in, as 
well as one of the best towns to do business in that the state can show. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



TURNKRS FALLS 




F.H. Brown & Co., 

Booksellers, Station- 
ers and Newsdealers, 
Mercantile Job Print- 
ers, Xo. 10 Sehuler 
Block, Ave. A, Turn- 
ers Falls, Mass., No. 
80 Colonnade Block, 
Main St., Greenfield, 
Mass. The enterprise 
conducted by ^lessrs. 
F. H. Brown & Co., is 
worthy of particularly 
prominent mention, 
first on account of its 
leading position 
among similar undertakings in this section, and 
second because one of the establishments con- 
trolled — the "Merriam Book-store", located at 
No. 80 Colonnade Block, Greenfield, — has been 
in successful operation for over half a century, 
operations having been begun in 1838. The 
"Corner Book-store" in Turners Falls, was 
opened in 1880 bj' Messrs. F. H. Brown and F. 
G. Tilton, and was originally located on fourth 
street in Rist's Block ; but before the first year 
was up a removal was had to the present com- 
modious quarters in Sehuler Block, corner of av- 
nue A and second street. The undertaking has 
been a pronounced and gratifying success from 
the first, for the business has steadily increased 
as may well be imagined from the fact that the 
stock now carried at this popular store is five 
times the size of that originally ottered. After 
being in business about three years, the firm of 
Tilton & Brown was dissolved, Mr. Brown pur- 
chasing Mr. Tilton's interest and continuing 
operations under the style of F. H. Brown & 



Co. In 1888, a long lease was secured of th<? 
store, and the premises were fitted up in the 
most elaborate and tasteful manner, new fix- 
tures being substituted throughout, these 
being finished in imitation ash, and ar- 
ranged to excellent advantage. Spacious oval 
front show cases were put in, and in short no 
expense was spared to combine beauty and util- 
ity in the furnishing. The store is itO x 25 ft. 
in dimensions, and is connected with a 
basement 120 x 25 feet, in which all goods are 
received and where a portion of the stock is of- 
fered for sale, including Toys of all kind?, 
Wagons, Carts, Velocipedes. Babj- Carriages, 
Pictures, Brackets, etc., while up stairs may be 
found a full assortment of Books, Stationery, 
Musical Instruments, Papers, Periodicals, 
Cigars, Confectionery and other standard com- 
modities. This store has always had a Public 
Telephone in it, and since May 1888, has been 
the Telephone Exchange, for long distance and 
local service. The Greenfield store also contains 
a large and complete stock, and is under the di- 
rect management of Mr. N. H. Brown, brother 
of Mr. F. H. Brown, when the latter is at Tur- 
ners Falls, where he spends a part of each day. 
Mr. F. :\[. Rand, agent for the N. Y., X. H., & 
H. R. R.,is a "silent partner" in the enter- 
prise, and has been for some 3-ear5. The high 
reputation held by this firm in connection with 
the doing of Mercantile Job Printing at short 
notice, and in a thoroughly first-class style, 
is largely due to the exertions of Mr. D. M. 
Pierce, who has charge of this important de- 
partment, and being a practical printer of long 
and varied experience is enabled to attain uni- 
formly satisfactory results at very reasonable 
charges. 



28 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF TUBNEBS FALLS. 



N. L. Cote, Merchant Tailor, Avenue 
A, Turners Falls, Mass. — In spite of 
all the many wonderful inventions and 
discoveries of the age, no substitute 
has been found yet for experience, 
and if one wants a thing done well he must 
entrust it tq soniebodj^ who has had long prac- 
tice in that particular kind of business. When 
a man has been engaged in a certain line of 
business for many years, he cannot have failed 
to gain a practical masterj^ of it during that 
time, and so may be depended upon to conduct 
it in the very best manner. Such an experience 
has been enjoyed by Mr. X. L. Cote, Merchant 
Tailor, whose place of business is located on 
Avenue A. lie began business under the firm 
name of Cote & Bouchard, and so continued 
until 1889, ^vhen he assumed full control of tlie 
establishment. Mr. Cote is a native of Canada, 
and possesses a most thorough knowledge of 
the Tailoring business in all its branches. He 
occupies premises of the dimensions of 350 
feet, and employs only skilled and experienced 
assistants. Those wishing anything in the tail- 
oring line should not fail to give him a call, as 
his work is of the best quality, and done at very 
reasonable rates. Fitting is an art that is 
acquired only by study and practice, and as 
Mr. Cote has had exceptional opportunities for 
both, he is in a position to give perfect satis- 
faction. A fine line of the latest novelties in 
suiting is constautlj' carried, and all work is 
done at short notice and in the best manner, as 
an examination of any of his finished garments 
will show. 

A. W. Howes, Photographer; all Sittings 
made by Instantaneous Process ; Allen's block, 
Turners Falls, Mass. — The genius and talent 
which have marked the progress of scientific 
and artistic photography in our time, have 
equalled that displayed in any other line of the 
world's work, and the most marvelous and 
beneficial results have been obtained. The 
photographic studio of, Mr. A. W. Howes is 
universally recognized as a leader in its line, 
and is worthy to stand as representative for 
all that is best and most advanced in its depart- 
ment of work. It is the oldest photographing 
establishment in Turners Falls, having been 
established by Mr. G. Ij. Chapman, and passed 
into the hands of the present proprietor in 1888. 
Mr. Howes is a thoroughly experienced plioto- 
grapher, and has consequently met with bril- 
liant success in our midst. He occupies a spa- 
cious and attractive studio. His work is 
entirely done by the instantaneous process, and 
great skill and judgem<^nt are shown in the ar- 
rangement of individuals and groui)S, so that a 
glance at his work reveals great originality and 
excellence. The premises utilized are located 
in Allen's block, where everything in the line 
of Photography is executed. Two competent 
assistants are constantly employed, and all 
work entrusted to this establishment is guaran- 
teed to be most thoroughly and artistically 
done. Mr. Howes is a native of Ashfield, Mass. 
His work and talent are an lionor to this town, 
and he may well be considered the most influ- 
ential and successful photographer in Turner's 
Falls. 




Prank Gerald, Livery, Feed and Boarding 
Stable, Second Street Rear of Farren House, 'J'ur- 
ners Falls, Mass. — Anyone who has been ever 
in Turners Falls, especially 
BllSlHB!^^^ in the summer time, does 
not need to be told of the 
many beautiful drives that 
can be taken in that vicin- 
ity, and so well appreci- 
ated have these drives 
been, that the Turners 
Falls Livery Stables have 
at times been unable to 
meet the demand for teams. Therefore when 
the well-equipped establishment of which Mr. 
Frank Gerald is now the proprietor was estab- 
lished, the public were ready to take advan- 
tage of the additional opportunities for driving 
thus presented. And as Mt. Gerald has shown 
a desire to funish the best possible accommo- 
dations since he assumed control of affairs in 
1879, it is but natural that his stable should 
have 'become one of the most popular in this 
vicinity. He is a native of Benton, Me., and 
has a thorough understanding of his business 
in every detail. The premises made use of 
comijrise two Stables containing 29 stalls in all, 
and located on Second Street, rear of Farren 
House. Only efficient and experienced assist- 
ants are employed, and the horses supplied by 
Mr. Gerald are unusually good animals, and the 
Carriages provided are also good enough for 
anybody to use. Mr. Gerald is the proprietor 
of a first-class Livery, Feed and Boarding 
Stable, his teams are very reasonable and he 
strives to make it as pleasant as possible for 
his patrons. 



L. Hamelin, Dealer in Groceries, .3d St., 
Turners Falls, Mass. — Xo man can carry on the 
retail Grocery and Provision business in one 
community for eleven years without knowing 
man J' and becoming widely known himself; 
and when at the end of the time we have speci- 
fied, his business is larger than ever before, and 
he is personally held in the highest esteem, it 
is evident that his business methods must be 
honorable and liberal, f'nd his goods first class 
in everj' respect. The record of the establish- 
ment conducted by Mr. L. Hamelin on Third 
street, Turners Falls, has been such as we have 
noted, and a visit to his store at the present 
time will show that he was never better pre- 
pared to meet the demands of his customers, 
than is now the case. A store is utilized of the 
dimensions of 22x90 feet, and emph-ymeut is 
afforded to two courteous and efficient assist- 
ants. Mr. Hamelin is a native of Canada, and 
in view of his long and varied experience, it is 
not surprising that he should thoroughly un- 
derstand the Grocery and Provision business, 
in all its branches. Staple and Fancy (rOods 
in these lines are carried in stock having been 
selected expressly for family trade and are ful- 
ly guarantee<l as regards their i)urity and de- 
sirability. Mr. Hamelin also conducts a 
Bakery, in connection with the above named 
line of business, and customers are supplied 
with the best productions of a first-class 
Bakerv at the lowest rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF TUBNERS FALLS. 



29- 



W. G. Johnson, Dealer in Groceries, Dry 
Goods iind Notions. One frice Cash Store, 
Riverside, Mass. — After eighteen years experi- 
ence in the retail credit business, and believing 
it to be an established fact that those who pay 
for their goods, have to paj' for those who do 
not pay, and that expenses in the credit plan 
are much larger than in the cash sj'Steni, and 
therefore a much larger per cent, nmst be 
charged on all goods sold on credit to cover the 
extra expense and for poor bills; Mr. W. G. 
Johnson decided in 1887 to make a new depart- 
ure and to start a one price cash store with a 
full line of New, Seasonable and Desirable 
Goods at low prices. This business was start- 
ed in 18G9 by Mr. Johnsonand the stock carried 
by him is very large and of great variety em- 
bracing a full line of Groceries, such as can be 
found in a first-class store; also a large assort- 
ment of Dry Goods, such as Prints, Ginghams, 
Cottons, Flannels, Ladies', Gent's, and Child- 
ren's Hosiery and Underwear, Bedspreads*. Ta- 
ble Linen, Toweling. Men's and Boys' Overalls, 
LTnibrellas, Gloves, Mittens, etc., etc. He also 
makes a specialty of Rubber Goods selling the 
best that are made, Housekeeping Goods in a 
great variety. Hardware, Woodenware, etc.. 
Drugs, Essences and Patent Medicines, Canned 
Fruits, Jellies .and Preserves. Oils of all kinds 
by the pint quart or gallon. Lamps and fixtures, 
ornaments and novelties in Glass and Crockery 
ware. When in want of any article do not fail 
to try the One Price Cash Store, (ioods can 
here be exchanged for Farm Produce. All or- 
ders received at the store will be promptly at- 
tended to. Mr. Johnson is well known and 
highly esteemed by all having dealings with 
him. Mr. Johnson is Post ^Nlasterand is also a 
member of the School committee. 



Owen & Watson, Dealers in Groceries, 
Crockery, Provisions, etc.. Turners Falls, Mass. 
There are few parts of Turners Falls more de- 
sirable for business than Avenue A, and there- 
fore it is not surprising that the establishment 
carried on in that locality by Messrs Owen & 
Watson should be liberally patronized. But of 
course there must be other reasons for the large 
retail business done by these gentlemen than 
the one that we have mentioned, the most im- 
portant of these is the surety that everybody 
feels who has dealings with them, that a fair 
return will be received for all money expended 
and their customers have good reasons for hav- 
ing this faith. The establishment in question, 
is 20 X 80 feet in dimensions, and has been uti- 
lized as a Grocery and Provision Store for sev- 
eral years having been founded by James 
Gunn, who was succeeded bj' Armstrong & 
Owen in 1887, the present firm having had con- 
trol since 1888. They have tried hard to render 
a fair equivalent for every cent spent in their 
establishment. To attain this end they have al- 
w.ays handled only reliable and popular goods 
and have purchased their supplies of such con- 
cerns as had an unblemished reputation for 
square dealing. Messrs. C. E. Owen and C. E. 
AVatson are both natives of Massachusetts. Their 
assortment of Groceries, Provisions, Flour, 
Grain, Crockerj' Ware etc., is very large and of 
the most popular Kinds. Employment is afforded 
to three assistants, and every order is given 
prompt attention, accurately filled and deliv- 
ered, without unnecessary delay. 



E. B. Meekins, Hardware, Iron and Steel, 
Picture Framing, Screen doors, Flo\ver Seeds, 
Window Screens, Locksmithing, Barbed Wire 
and Garden Seeds. Fay's Block, Avenue A. 
Turners Falls, Mass. — The enterprise carried 
on by Mr. E. B. Meekins, in Fay's Block, Av- 
enueA, was inaugurated by Mr. H. W. Hitch- 
cock in 1880, and passed under the control of 
the present proprietor in 1889. Mr. Meekins 
was born in Buckland, Massachusetts, and is 
well known in Turners Falls and vicinity. He 
offers unusual inducements to the public and 
his store is gaining in popularity and in patron- 
age steadily. The premises utilized are 18 x 50 
feet in dimensions and contain a carefully se- 
lected stock of Hardware, Iron and Steel and 
other goods of a like character. Flower and 
Garden Seeds are all largely dealt in, as are 
window Screens, Screen Doors, Barbed AVire, 
etc., and particular attention is paid to Picture 
Framing and Locksmithing, orders being as- 
sured immediate and painstaking attention and 
strictly first-class work being done at uniform- 
ly moderate rates. All kinds of Locks will be 
repaired in a durable manner, and keys will be 
fitted at very short notice. Picture Framing is 
also promptly attended to, many attractive de- 
signs being shown and Frames of any desired 
size being furnished at the lowest market rates. 



Campbell & Co., Dealers in Dry and Fancy 
Goods, Hosiery, Gloves, LTnderwear, etc. ; 
Avenue A, Turners Falls, Mass. — There is need 
of special enterprise among those engaged in 
the handling of Dry Goods, for not only is the 
competition keen in this branch of business, 
but the goods themselves are, as a general 
rule, so dependent upon the whims of fashion 
for their value, that one has to keep a sharp 
eye on the market, and be gifted with business 
foresight of no mean order, if success is to be 
attained by dealing in them. But what seems 
hard and well nigh impossible to one, may be 
accomplished without visible eff'ort by another, 
and certainly the high position which the house 
of Campbell & Co. now holds in the ranks of 
those supplying the commodities mentioned 
would seem to indicate that the gentlemen hav- 
ing charge of its management are most admir- 
ably fitted for the discharge of their duties, and 
thus find them by no means difficult. The 
establishment in question was conducted in 
1885 by G. H. Lindsay & Co., but they were 
succeeded in 1887 by the present firm of Camp- 
bell & Co. The premises occupied are located 
on Avenue A, Turners Falls, Mass., and cover 
an area of 30 x 75 feet. Employment is given 
to four assistants. The stock is choice and well 
selected, consisting of Dry and Fancy Goods, 
Hosiery, Gloves, Underwear, etc. These gen- 
tlemen believe that short accounts make long 
friends. Their terms are net cash. All ac- 
counts to be settled monthly. Customers will 
be well repaid by visiting this store before pur- 
chasing elsewhere. 



30 

C. A 

Stable; 
notii'e ; 



LEADINF BUSINESS MEN OF TURNERS FALLS. 



Davis, Siiln, Livery i'lid I'.oardiiig proved his ability to fully satisfy the public in 



Horses and (^arriai^es furiiisluid at short 
2ti(l street, Turners Fulls, Mas8.^"A 




merciful uiaii is UKMiitui to his beast," says 
the proverb, and in no way can mercy be more 
l)lainly shown than by takinf;; jtains to see 
that the "beast"' is properly fed and kindly 
treated. ITorse owners cannot be too careful 
of the animals in their possession, for a horse 
thai is i)roperly fe(l and lioused will do more 
and beltc^r work than one that is not, to say 
nothinfj; of the treatment that so intcdligent and 
faitliful an animal deserves at the hands of its 
master. Amoti<>; the many Sale, Livery, and 
Boardinp; Stables located in this jxirtion of the 
state, we know not one that we can more 
heartily and unreservedly reconmuind than that 
I'ondiicted by Mr. C. A. Davis, on 2nd street, 
Turners Falls. These premises have been uti- 
lized for stable i)uri)oses for many years, and 
have been under the i)resent mana<?ement since 
1SS7. That he is thorounhly accjuainted with 
the business, and is determined to run an estab- 
lishment second to non<', his record so far 
abundantly jtroves, and his promise that "the 
best of i"ire and personal attentinii will be paid 
to boarders" and to all orders connected with 
the business, has ))een faithfully lived up to. 
Mr. Davis is a native of Warwick, Mass., and 
is hifjchly esteemed as an honorable and reliable 
l)usines.s man. 'I'he ])remises occui)ied are 
centrally located, and Horses and Carriages 
can be furnished at short notice. 



!^ P. F. Wolch, Dealer in Groceries, Flour, 
Teas, ColVees, Suf^ars, Hutter and Cheese. For- 
eifjn and Domestic Fruit, etc.; Also, All Kinds 
of C«^al ; Avenue A, Turners Falls, Mass. — That 
it is harder to larry on a first-class grocery 
store nowadays than was the case a do/.(Mi or 
so years ago, seems to be the general opinion 
of iliose dealers whom we have tpu^stioued on 
(he subjci't, and all seem to agree substantially 
in thiidviug that the public is becoming more 
discrimin.iting every year. Well, if this is bad 
for the ini'ompetent dealer, it is all the better 
for theexi>eriencedand liberal-minded ones, and 
we have not as yet heard men, occupying the 
I)ositjon of Mr. V. V. >Velch. coni])lain .•ii)oul the 
change in the condition of aiVairs. Indeed, it 
would be rather strange if Mr. Welch should 
complain, for he is certainly doing a large and 
steadily increasing business, and has long 



every respect. He carries on operations on 
Avenue A, at Turners Falls, Mass., where he 
has been located since 1874. The store will 
measure 2.'{ x (!() feet, and he occupies store- 
rooms and cai)acity at railioad for .")()() tons of 
cf)al. l'jnployme?it is given to two faithful as- 
sistants, and all are invited to in-|tect the fine 
stock of gi-oceries. Hour, teas, collees, sugars, 
butter and cheese, foreign and domestic fruit, 
etc.; also, all kinds of coal. A complete assort- 
ment is at all times carried and olTered at the 
lowest market rates. Those wisliing anything 
in either department of this business will find 
a large and varied sloi-k to select from. Goods 
will be promptly and accurately delivered, and 
good satisfaction warranted to all. 



E. H. Doton, Jeweler and Engraver, 
Dealer in (locks. Watches, .Jewelry, Silver and 
Plated Ware. Spectacle* and Eye-Glasses, 
Spet'ial attention given to Fine Watch liepair- 
ing, 'i'urner's Falls, Mass. — 'J'he most of us find 

it plenty hard 
enough to get 
a living under 
t h e m o s t - 
favorable Ctr- 
l' u ms t ances, 
and hence can- 
not allord to 
hamper our- 
selves in any 
avoidable man- 
ner. This be- 
ing the case 
what further 
argument is 
necessary as to 
the importance of carrying a reliable Watch? 
"'i'imeis money" says the proverb and no man 
is in a jtosition to waste his own, or his neigh- 
bor's time with impunity. Without a reliable 
time piece in your pocket, you cannot be sure 
of tilling any agreement as agreed upon, and 
therefore it is of the utmost imj^ortance that 
everyone own a dependable watch. It is not 
nei'cssary to pay an extravagant i)rice for an 
article oi' this kind, for modern invention has 
reduced the cost of watches wonderfully, and 
while time is now more valuable than ever be- 
fore, the machines for measuring it were never 
so excellent and cheaj). A good ])lace to buy 
a watch is at the establishment of jMr. Y.. II. 
Doton, located in Avenue A, and con>prising 
part of the premises occupied by D. F. IJipley. 
Mr. Doton makes a specialty of repairing and 
also deals in Watches and .Tewelry of the most 
reliable make. lie is in a position to guarantee 
:ill work done, having been in the business 18 
yenrs, and has built up a good trade ujion his 
iinifornUy reliable work and has been located 
in Turner's Falls since 1887, and at the above 
address "on Avenue A," since 1880, and the 
stock carried is skillfully selected, comi)rising 
many fashionable novcdties of the most popular 
description, which are quoted at very reason- 
able rates, as indeed are all the articles oU'ered 
at this jiopular stand. 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF TURNERS FALLS. 



31 



GEORGE FOURNIER. 

Horseshoeing, Blacksmithing 

and General Jobbing. 

K Street, Turner's Falls, Mass. 

— A IJlacksinitli's shop is as necessary in a com- 
munity as almost any line of business which 
can be mentioned but in order to be raid<eil 
among the leading business places, it must be 
first-class in every respect. We call the atten- 
tion of our readers to one which we believe to 
take the lead in its special line of business, in 
this vicinity. "VVe refer to the shop conducted 
by Mr. George Fournler who is well-known 
throughout Turner's Falls and vicinity, as a 
reliable blacksmith. Anyone wishing a strict- 
ly first-class job done at a moderate price 
should visit the place above mentioned. Mr. 
Fournier guarantees satisfaction in all depart- 
ments both as regards the quality of work done 
and the prices asked. This shop is located on 
K Street and is fitted up with the necessary fa- 
cilities for Horseshoeing, Blacksmithing and 
General Jobbing, and all orders are assured 
prompt attention. 

Clark Machine Co., Manufacturers of the 
" Noue-Sucir' Turbine Wheel, the Latest and 
Best; Also, Rotary Pumps Improved, the Best 
Fire and Supply Pumps Made; Shafting and 
Mill Gearing; Castings of All Descriptions; 
Turners Fall, Mass. — The Clark Machine Com- 
pany was organized in 1879, to continue the 
business which had been conducted since 1870 
by the Clark & Chapman Machine Compan}', 
and the development of the industry during 
the past ten j'ears must be very gratifying to 
Mr. A. S. Clark, who has given it his close per- 
sonal attention, and has caused the company to 
attain a high reputation for the excellence of its 
work and the promptness and accuracy shown 
in the filling of orders. Mr. Clark was born in 
Ilubbardston, Mass.. and is one of the best- 
known men in this section of the state in Iiis 
line of business. The premises utilized com- 
prise a brick machine shop, 50 x 150 feet in di- 
mensions, a foundry, also built of brick, meas- 
uring 75 X 100 feet, and a spacious blacksmith 
shop, the latter being a wooden structure. 
Employment is given to from 35 to 40 hands, 
and a general machine business is carried on, a 
specialty being made of the manufacture of the 
"none-such" turbine wheel, which ma}' be ac- 
cepted as a type of tlie latest and best results 
attained in water-wheel construction, as it util- 
izes the largest proportion of available power, 
is simply and strongly made, and is admirably 
suited to hard, every day work under practical 
conditions. Improved rotary pumps are also 
largely manufactured, in various sizes suitable 
for fire and supply puri)oses, and this style of 
pump is steadily gaining in favor as its princi- 
ple admits of great simplicity of construction, 
and the liability to get out of order when most 
needed is thus reduced to a minimum. Orders 
for shafting and mill gearing are given imme- 
diate and careful attention, and castings of all 



descriptions will be furnished at s-hort notice 
and at moderate rates. 

Cassidy Brothers, (Successors to Maurice 
()T)onnclij, Groi<'rs, Turners Falls, Mass. — 

, It would be absurd to omit mention of the en- 
terprise now carried on l)y Cassidy Brothers in 
a volume of this kind, for the business now 
conducted by the gt-ntlemen mentioned was 
founded ill 1871 by Maurice ODonnell, who 
was succeeded by the present firm in 188'J. This 
establishment is one uf the oliiest grocer}' stores 
ill tow II. and its |)ropiiei<)rs rank among the most 
imj)ortani and representative business men, 
and the service to customers was never more 
promjit. accurate and generally satisfactory 
than it now is. The premises occupied consist 
of a store, 25 by 100 feet in dimensions, and are 
located on Avenue A. The stock on hand is an 
exceptionally varied and comjilete one, for the 
supplying of a I'etail trade being made uj) of 
many lines of goods, all of wbich are carefully 
selected for laiiiily use. Choice groceries, 

] teas, cofiees, flour, canned goods, crockery 
ware, cigars and tobacco are among the most 
important commodities dealt in, and desj)ite 
the uniformly excellent quality of the articles, 
the prices quoted will bear tlie closest compar- 
ison with those of other dealers. Orders are 
filled promptly, accurately and satisfactorily, 
and callers are assured civil treatment and of be- 
ing used as fairly as they are politely. The 
meujbers of the firm are Messrs. Walter S. and 
(ieo. II. Cassidy, both natives of Massachu- 
setts, and highly respected business men of 
Turners Falls. 

C. P. Wise, (Successor to Wise & Ripley), 
Dealer in Groceries, Provisions, Vegetables, 
Fruits, Crockery and Glassware, Montague 
Street. Lake Pleasant, and Second Street, Tur- 
ners Falls, Mass. — It would seem hardly neces- 
sary to call the attention of the public to the 
advantages gained by purchasing certain com- 
modities at the establishments conducted by 
Mr. C. P. Wise, but there are so many inferior 
l)laces that we take great pleasure in bringing 
to notice the establishments conducted by him, 
and which are located on Second street, 'I'ur- 
ners Falls, and Montague street, Lake Pleasant. 
The establishment located in Turners Falls 
was the first grocery store in town, and was 
established by Messrs. Wise & Riplev in 1870, 
the present proprietor assuming full control in 
1884. A store is occupied of the dimensions of 
20 by 80 feet, also, one floor above for storage 
purposes. This store is well supi)lied with a 
fine assortment of all kinds of groceries, pro- 
visions, vegetables, fruits, crockery and glass- 
ware. A large retail trade is carried on in all 
the above mentioned articles, five assistants 
being employed, and customers are always as- 
sured of prompt and courteous attention. 
Prices will always be found as low as the low- 
est, quality considered. Mr. Wise is a native 
of Greenfield, and is very well known through- 
out this section of the state, and the extensive 
business transacted at both of his establish- 
ments, show the high reputation they have 
gained, and their popularity among the pur- 
chasing public. 



32 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF TUBNEBS FALLS. 



Geo. F. Littlefleld Shoe Co, Manufac- 
turers of Meu's aud Boy^" Fiue Boots and 
Shoes, for the wholesale trade, Turners Falls, 
Mass.— The George F. Littlefleld Shoe Com- 
pany was organized in January, 1889, and op- 
erates one of the most completely equipped 
factories in this section of the state. The 
President, Mr. D. P. Abercrombie, is Cashier of 
the Crocker National Bank, and the Treasurer, 
Mr. James A. Gunn, is also a prominent mem- 
ber of the community, while it is certain that 
the Manager, Mr. Geo. F. Littlefleld, needs no 
introduction to those interested in the manu- 
facture and sale of dependable foot-wear. The 
company has a capital of $40,000 and carries 




ffiIiBBSlfl£F 




on operations on a large scale, employing from 
100 to 150 hands and maintaining a Boston of- 
fice at No. 115 Summer St., and a New York 
oflice at No. 72 Reade St. Goods are manufac- 
tured expressly for the wholesale trade, a spe- 
cialty being made of Men's and Boys' fiue Boots 
and Shoes, and the company are prepared to 
fill the most extensive orders at short notice, 
their factory being equipped with the latest 
improved machinery throughout. It comprises 
3 floors each of the dimensions of 30x125 feet, 
and is furnished with a 60 horse boiler and a 40 
horse engine. Communications addressed to 
Turners Falls will receive immediate and care- 
ful attention, and wholesalers who wish to 
handle a line of goods that will give the best 
of satisfaction to customers and the trade, 
would do well to inform themselves concerning 
the productions of the George F. Littlefleld 
Shoe Company. 

Mrs. F. S. Gartrell, Dining Rooms, also 
takes Transient and Regular Boarders and 
Lodgers, Avenue A, Turners Falls, Mass. — 
We call the attention of our readers to the 
Dining-rooms conducted by Mrs. F. S. Gartrell, 
on Ave. A, Turner's Falls. At this Dining- 
room good plain food is served at reasonable 



prices. Mrs. Gartrell is a native of England 
and has carried on her present enterprise since 
1887, at which time she succeeded Mrs. Touhey. 
Regular and transient boarders are accommo- 
dated and neatly furnished rooms can be ob- 
tained at moderate rates. The best evidence 
of the popularity of the place is shown by the 
liberal patronage received. alt 

Martel & Favreau, Druggists and Apoth- 
ecaries, Rist's Block, Fourth Street, Turners 
Falls, Mass. — Every community of any magni- 
tude has several drug establishments, and Tur- 
ner's Falls is not behind the times in either the 
number or reliability of her stores engaged in 
this line of business. 
One of the most 
attractive of these 
will be found in 
Rist's Block,Fourth 
Street. Messrs. 
Martel & Favreau 
being the enterpris- 
ing p roprietors. 
The store although 
but recently under 
the control of its 
present manage- 
ment has been a 
d r ug store for 
several years, and 
is now one of the 
best in town, and 
at present com- 
manding a large 
patronage in this 
section. This estab- 
lishment was found- 
ed by L.Barebeault, 
Messers. Martel & 
Favreau assuming 
entire control in 
1886. The premises 
are 500 feet in dimensions, and a large and at- 
tractive stock is carried. A full line of pure 
drugs and medicines is at hand and prescrip- 
tions are carefully prepared with the utmost 
precaution by either one or the other of the 
proprietors, they both being eminently e:^- 
perienced in every branch of this business. 
The individual members of this flrm are Mes- 
srs. A. E. Martel a native of Canada and C. 
Favreau, both gentlemen are well-known in 
this vicinity as being thoroughly reliable and 
honorable in their dealings with all. They ful- 
ly deserve the encouragement and patronage 
of the public. 



y \i J Tl 111 yt 



1889. 



PECK & HOOD, 

DRUGCISTS. 

Successors to C. Arthur Peck. 

CORNER AVE. A AND FOURTH STREET^ 

TURNER'S FALLS, MASS. 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF ORANGE. 



33 




Louis Bibeau, Manu- 
facturer and Dealer in 
Harness of all kinds, 
Blankets, Whips, Brushes, 
, Bells, Currj'combs, also 
Boots and Shoes, etc. 
Repairing Neatly and 
Promptly Done, Fifth 
Street, Turners Falls, 
Ma>;s. — '^ The best is the cheapest " is a 
old but familiar saying, in spite of its age, 
it is not really appreciated by a large 
number of people. Jf one thing is sold for 
a dollar and another that looks like it is 
offered for 75 cents, it is hard to resist feeling 
that you have saved a quarter by buying the 
cheaper one, but the chances are that you would 
actually have practiced truer economy had you 
bought the higher priced one. It would be 
foolish to say that because a thing costs a good 
deal it must "be first-class, but it is also foolish 
to think that a superior article can be bought 
at the price of an inferior one. Take it in 



buying Harness for instance. There are some 
harnesses on the market that are announced as 
wonderfully cheap, but they should be very 
carefully examined before purchased. On the 
other hand, there are establishments in which 
a specialty is made of Harness making, and 
where a reliable article can always be had at 
the lowest market rates. Such an enterprise 
is that conducted by Mr. Louis Bibeau. This 
gentleman succeeded Mr. John W. Woodward, 
in 1881, and has won a high reputation for the 
durability and beauty of his work. He is a na- 
tive of Canada, and his present place of busi- 
ness is on Fifth Street, and consists of a store 
20x40 feet in dimensions and a workshop. A 
line line of Harnesses is manufactured here and 
Order Work and Repairing are done at short 
notice and in the most careful manner. Mr. 
Bibeau also does an extensive retail business in 
Boots, Shoes, etc., also Blankets, Whips, 
Brushes, Bells, Currycombs, and Horse Goods 
in general, and verj^ moderate charges are 
made. 



Historical Sketch of Orange, Mass. 



The town of Orange was first incorporated as a district of Warwick, Oct. 
15, 1783, and at that time was constituted of the northerly part of Athol, the 
eastern part of Warwick and the western end of Royalston. The first selectmen 
were Saville Metcalf, Elijah Ball and Nathan Goddard ; the first clerk, Saville 
Metcalf. Previous to this date the inhabitants of the present town shared in 
the life and history of the three towns above mentioned. Entering thus on 
independent existence just at the close of the Revolutionary period, the town's 
inauguration was marked by large hopes and splendid promises. In spite of 
the heavy expense and sacrifices of the war, the people were animated by a 
strong spirit of progress which the successful achievement of their liberties had 
deeply incited. The town had only been settled a few years before the 
outbreak of the War, yet developed rapidly during it. Jacob Hutchins was 
the first settler, arriving here before 1770. In the latter year he was joined by 
Benjamin Dexter, and in the following years settlements were made by Samuel 
Ruggles, Lemuel Buggies, Saville and Joseph Metcalf, Jacob French, Daniel 
Muyer, Samuel and Asa Aldrich, Elisha White, Samuel Briggs, Capt. Job 
Macomber, David and Wm. Legg, Jonathan Jones and Solomon Johnson. This 
section was not unrepresented in the struggle for independence, though they 
were not nominally ascribed to the present town. Though only first set apart 
in 1783, the township had grown large enough in 1791 to be divided into five 
wards. The first dam across Miller's River was erected in 1790, and a 
grist and saw mill established there also by James Holmes, in the same year. 
This second decade in the town's existence was quite prolific in business 
advancement and expansion, several large industries being established, among 
others, the first clothier's works, in 1798, by Chas. Sears. The first Congrega- 
tional church had been established in 1781, and this was followed by the first 



34 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF OBANGE. 



Methodist class, organized in 1795 ; the Second Congregational Society in 
1837 ; the Baptist in 1834 ; the Third Congregational in 1843 ; and the Fourth 
Congregational in 1846. A TJniversalist Society was also established, in 1851, 
in the South Village of Orange. 

Not materially effected by the war of 1812, the town of Orange continued 
to develop quietly and steadily in the lines of progress now established. It 
was incorporated as a town, February 24, 1810, and has since enjoyed one of 
the most conservative and model of New England town governments. In the 
year 1800, $250 had been raised for educational purposes, and this important 
department has received increasing attention ever since. The first post-oflBce 




was opened in 181G, Lyman Harrington being the postmaster. Six [years 
later, 1822, the increase of business in the southern section of the town caused 
the establishment of a i30st-office in South Orange. This section has now 
become the most populous and wealthy part of the town, and has come to be 
called Orange simjily, while that part formerly so called is now known as North 
Orange. In 1837, the size of Orange's territory was increased by the annexation 
of the Northern part of New Salem, called Little Grant, and the east part of 
Erving's Grant. During the same year a town-hall was erected in the section 
then called South Orange, which was the first outward sign of the transferal of 
the center of town-life thitherward. In extent, Orange is about fifteen miles in 
length from north-east to south-west, and its Midth varies from two and a half 
to fifteen miles. The population had grown in 1850 to 1738, and was about 
two thousand at the outbreak of the Civil War, after which it fell off some, be- 
ing in 1870 only ]<)22, but since then has risen into the region of its old time 
maximum. The interest shown by the citizens in the Great Eebellion was deep 
and patriotic, and they furnished hearty support both with money and men. 
The record of its volunteers was most honorable to the town, and has not been 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



35 



forgotten or lacked suitable commemoration by the people. The war, however, 
was a great set-back to the various coiuniercial and manufacturing enterprises 
of the town, which were many years in recovering from its effects. During the 
present decade the current has been reversed, and the enterprise of local business 
men has advanced the commercial interests, till the town now ranks high in 
this respect among all those of Western Massachusetts. The standard of educa- 
tion is high, the character of the people cultivated and refined, while the whole 
atmosphere of the place is wholesome and agreeable. While it has not won wide 
celebrity, it has gained some things far more valuable — well established 
industries, quiet refinement in social life, and many comfortable homes. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



The Orange Savings Bank, Orange, Mass. 
— It has been said that no people were ever 
made moral and virtuous by "preaching," and 
on the same principle it may be probably safe- 
ly asserted that no man was ever made to 
save money by argument alone, but words and 
arguments have great power nevertheless when 
rightly used, and have often led a man to begin 
personal investigations which resulted in a rad- 
ical and helpful change in his habits of life. 
What we ask of such of our readers as are 
in the habit of spending their monej'^ as fast as 
they get it, is to look into the practices and 
opinions of those who deposit regularly in the 
Orange Savings Bank. If the result of such 
investigation should prove that those placing 
money there are acting foolishly, and are apt 
to be sorry for having done so, why of course 
their example is not to be imitated, but if on 
the other hand, depositors find themselves bet- 
ter oft' in every respect on account of their deal- 
ings with the bank and regret nothing, unless 
it be that those dealings have not been more 
extensive, it would certainly appear to be only 
common sense to follow their example. One 
thing is sure in any event ; if at any time one 
wants to sever all connection with the institu- 
tion, it is very easy to do so, and no loss is in- 
curred by having deposited in it, so the experi- 
ment is worth trying at least. This Bank was 
incorporated March 30, 1871 , and has become 
one of the most popular in this section of the 
state. Its financial condition is exceptionally 
good, and under present management gives 
every promise of steadily continuing to im- 
prove. The following is a list of those most 
prominently identified with the institution : 
President, J. W. Wheeler; Vice-President, G. 
A. Whipple ; Treasurer, Warren M. King. 
Investment Committee : G. A. Whipple, F. L. 
Waters, T. E. Bridge, R. D. Chase, W. M. 
King. 

The Orange National Bank. — It goes 
without saying, that the manufacturers and 
merchants of Orange and vicinity are in a po- 
sition to speak intelligently concerning the 



record of the Orange National Bank, since that 
institution was incorporated in 1875, and what 
their judgment is, concerning the ability and 
integrity of the management, is best shown by 
the hearty and constantly increasing support 
given the enterprif-e and its projectors. It is 
only fair to add that this confidence has been 
and is fully returned, for the bank has aided 
many a local enterprise when a refusal of such 
help might have had a disastrous effect, and 
when appearances would have justified such 
refusal to all but those as thoroughly famil- 
iar with the conditions of success and failure 
in this community as are the officei's of this 
popular institution. These gentlemen are well- 
prepared to use judicious discrimination in re- 
sponding to the calls made upon the bank, for 
the variety and magnitude of their personal 
operations open many sources of information — 
a statement which needs no further verification 
than that given by a perusal of the following 
list : President, G. A. Whipple ; Cashier, War- 
ren M. King. Directors : G. A. Whipple, Chas. 
Chandler, Samuel Holmes, Levi Kilburn, A. P. 
Putnam, R. D. Chase, T. J. Peirce, J. W. 
Wheeler, Wilson Mann, Warren M. King. 
These names are those of men wlio need no 
introduction to our readers, and we take pleas- 
ure in giving the annexed statement of the con- 
dition of the bank, January 1, 1889, in proof of 
how well they have discharged their responsi- 
ble duties. 

RESOURCES. 
Loans and Discounts, . . $233,970 48 
U. S. Bonds to secure circulation 

4 per cents, .... 70,000 00 
Banking House, .... 6,000 00 
Redemption Fund, .... 3,150 00 
Due from National Banks, . . 20,98G 56 
Other Stocks and Bonds, . . 18,000 00 
Cash 17,764 72 



Capital, 
Surplus, 
Other Profits 



LIABILITIES. 



§369,871 76 

$100,000 00 

33,000 00 

. 3,738 00 



36 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANGE. 



Circulation, 63,000 00 

Deposits, 1 55,424 05 

Due to National Banks, . . . 11,592 71 
Dividends unpaid, . . . . ]17 00 
January Dividend, .... 3,000 00 

Attest : 

WAEREN M. KING, Cashier. ^369,871 76 

A. O. Manning, Painter, Glazier, and 
Dealer in Paper Hangings, Borders and Ceil- 
ing Decorations, Lead, Oils, Varnishes, Glass, 
Putty, Brushes, Mixed Paints, 21 North Main 
Street, Orange, Mass. — It is always good pol- 
icy to keep a frame structure well painted, for 
paint is cheaper than wood, and an occasional 
renewal of a house's outer covering will add 
many years to the life of the edifice. Appear- 
ance also demand that this be done, and there 
is therefore no excuse for neglecting it, espec- 
ially as the expense is comparatively small, and 
the effect so lasting. There are many good and 
reliable painters in Orange, and it is not our 
purpose or our desire to draw invidious com- 
parisons, but for all that we propose to call at- 
tention to such enterprises as deserve special 
mention, and hence take this opportuity to no- 
tice the establishment conducted by Mr. A. O. 
Manning, at No. 21 North Main Street. This 
was opened in 18S8, and Mr. Manning has since 
shown himself to be a skillful and experienced 
Painter and Glazier, who gives prompt and 
painstaking attention to orders. The premises 
utilized comprise a store 13x52 feet in dimen- 
sions and a paint-shop. Five reliable assist- 
ants are employed and every needful facility 
is at hand for the effectual and satisfactory fil- 
ling of orders at the shortest notice possible. 
Mr. Manning also deals in Paper-Hangings, 
Borders and Ceiling Decorations, Lead, Oils, 
Varnishes, Glass, Putty, Brushes, Mixed Paints 
and Artists' Materials of all kinds. The stock 
dealt in is of standard quality, and the lowest 
market prices are quoted. 

Orange Enterprise. John B. Chase & Co., 
Editors and Proprietors, Orange, Mass. — It 
would be well if manufacturers and merchants 
more generally appreciated the importance of 
able and lively local papers as far as their in- 
terests were concerned, as such undeniably 
have a tendency to "show things up" and make 
business brisk, and such a condition of affairs 
is good for the entire community as well as for 
individual members of it. But yet, notwith- 
standing the difficulty generally experienced in 
starting a new venture in the journalistic line. 
Mr. John B. Chase has certainly little reason 
to complain of the reception accorded the 
I'Orange Enterprise'" for it has already attained 
a circulation three times what it was when Mr. 
Chase assumed control and the advertising col- 
umns have been very liberally patronized, and 
the entire paper has that vigor and strength 
which speak volumes for those having it in 
charge. This paper is worthy of the hearty 
support of all interested in the fortunes of this 
town, and the best wish we can give it is : "maj' 
its success be commensurate with its merits." 
Mr. Chaseis located in Enterprise Block, North 
Main Street. He carries on one of the best 
job printing offices to be found in this part of 



the state, and is prepared to execute any 
description of Social or Mercantile Printing in 
the same first-class niiinner that has won for 
him the exceptional reputation he now holds. 
Employment is given to only reliable assistants 
and work can be done at very short notice 
when desired. The prices rule very low and 
reasonable, and printer's ink is one of the most 
satisfactory things which any live business 
man can invest in. 

Orange Clothing Company, Clothers, 
Hatters and Furnishers, Orange, Mass. — The 
ready-made Clothing 
business has devel- 
oped wonderfully of 
late years, and ' the 
largest and handsom- 
est stores on the most 
prominent thorough- 
fares of our principal 
cities are almost mon- 
opolized by retail 
dealers in clothing. 
A prominent example 
is that furnished by 
the premises occu- 
pied by the Orange 
Clothing Company, 
comprising a main 
store 28x44 feet, 
room for trunks, 
bags, etc., 18x36 feet, 
and a store room 23x 
30 feet. They have 
need of this space, 
for this company do 
a large and increas- 
ing business, and 
carry one of the 
largest stocks in this 
vicinity. They are 
manufacturers to 
some extent, and 
their business is both 
retail and wholesale. 
The extensive trade 
which the company 
has built up in 
Orange since its commencement in 1879, is a 
flattering tribute to the ability of the manage- 
ment, and a proof that the public are entirely 
capable of appreciating honest goods and hon- 
est prices. All classes of trade are catered to. 
Men's and Boy s clothing, in all sizes, styles 
and prices is carried in stock, as well as a full 
assortment of Hats, Caps, Trunks, Bags, Robes 
and Blankets. A fine line of Gents' Furnish- 
ings is also offered for the inspection of custo- 
mers, and the latest novelties in the goods are 
leceived as soon as introduced by the manufac- 
turers. Mr. F. A. Dexter is a native of 
Orange, Mass. Mr. C. H. Cutting who is a na- 
tive of North Adams has a store there, also one 
at South Adams. They have in their employ 
two capable and efficient assistants, who make 
everj^ effort to attend to the wants of their pat- 
rons. We can assure the public that the 
clothing handled is equal to the best in the 
world, as they carry a complete line of the 
clothing made by the celebrated firm of Stein, 
Bloch & Co., Rochester, N. Y. 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANQE. 



37 



C A. Smith, (Successor to A. IJ. Foster), 
Apothecary, 19 East Main Street, Orange, Mass. 
— As health is tlie most valuable possession that 
any person can have, it follows that every rea- 
sonable person should take pains to preserve 
his health, and to regain it as soon as possible, 
if by any cause it is taken away. Therefore, 
every one should know the address of a skilfull 
and trustworthy physician, and also that of an 
equally competent apothecary, for the most 
eminent physician can do but little unless his 
prescriptions are filled from a fresh and com- 
plete stock of drugs, etc., and compounded 
with that skill which is the outcome of educa- 
tion and practical experience. In this connec- 
tion, we may be excused for calling attention 
to the establishment conducted by Mr. (J. A. 
Smith, No. 19 East Main Street, Orange. The 
premises cover an area measuring 30 x 50 feet. 
This house was first started in 1869 by Barton 
<fc Kemp, who were succeeded by Barton & 
Foster. Mr. A. B. Foster conducted the busi- 
ness from 1878 until 1889, when the present 
proprietor, Mr. Smith, undertook the manage- 
ment. A full line ojf goods, desirable in an 
apothecary store, will be found, and every ef- 
fort made to retain the reputation which this 
house has gained from having been so long es- 
tablished, and as we live in this age of prog- 
ress, when new methods are used and improve- 
ments are desirable in all kinds of business, Mr. 
Smith will be found equal to the occasion, and 
all customers will be served in a courteous and 
satisfactory manner. This is the oldest estab- 
lishment of the kind in town, and Mr. Smith, 
although a young man, is the oldest registered 
pharmacist in the place. Mr. Smith also has 
preserved all the old formulas and receipts of 
Dr. Barton for special medicines of which he 
is the only manufacturer. 

A. F. Robbins, Practical Watchmaker and 
Jeweler, Fine and Complicated Watches skil- 
fully Repaired, No. 4 Waite Block, Orange, 
Mass. — The residents of Orange have a well- 
deserved reputation for patron- 
izing home establishments, 
and the wisdom of this course 
is well indicated by the general 
-3 high standing of the 
local retail business enter- 
prises. There is little encouragement for a 
dealer to endeavor to offer unusual inducements, 
when he knows that all having important pur- 
chases to make, will visit some adjoining city ; 
but when the contrary is the case, the result is 
soon perceptible. Take the establishment con- 
ducted by Mr. A. F. Robbins at No. 4, Waite 
Block, Orange, for example, and the truth of 
the principles we have hinted at will be made 
manifest. Mr. Robbins carries as fine a stock 
of Watches, Jewelry, etc., as can be found in 
this vicinity, and he quotes prices that 
cannot be discounted by any retailer of 
which we have knowledge. We do not make 
these statements without careful consideration, 
and have no doubt but that they will be cordial- 
ly endorsed by all unprejudiced and competent 
judges. Mr. Robbins was born in Greenvill, 
N. H., and succeeded Mr. G. S. Brooks in his 
present business in 1886, and its growth since 




that date is the legitimate result of a deter- 
mined desire to please, and a liberal and enter- 
prising policy, which includes among its 
principles equal courtesy to all, and the hand- 
ling of none but reliable goods. The store is 
18x36 feet in dimensions, and is fitted up in the 
most complete manner. He makes a specialty 
of Fine and Complicated Watch Repairing, all 
such work being skilfully done. Only first- 
class workmen being employed, and all orders 
filled at short notice, at very moderate rates. 
His stock is much too large to describe in de- 
tail, its general character has already been re- 
ferred to, and we will simply add that it com- 
prises the latest fashionable novelties as well 
as full lines of staple goods, being complete in 
every department. Goods are cheerfully shown 
aud every article sold is guaranteed. 




Frye & Bxirrill, Grocers, also Dealers in 
Flour, Grain and Feed, Foreign and Domestic 
Fruits, Canned Goods a Specialty, Established 
1886, Orange, Mass. — The result attained by 
the use of honorable business methods, ase of 
course perceptible in every branch of trade, 
but they are particularly noticable when this 
policy is applied to the carrying on of a Fam- 
ily Grocery, for more or less coufidental rela- 
tions are ahvays established with customers in 
this business, and the more thoroughly they 
find they can rely upon the representations made 
them, the more earnest is the support they ex- 
tend. Messrs. Frye & Burrill established their 
undertaking in 1886, and certainly ample op- 
portunity has been given to learn the princi- 
ples which govern their management of it. 
That the know^ledge thus gained is satisfactory 
to the public, is evident from the magnitude of 
their trade, and we have no hesitation in unre- 
servedly commending their establishment to 
those who appreciate consistently fair dealing. 
The individual members of the firm are Mr. G. 
L. Frye who is a native of Athol, Mass., and 
Mr C.'H. Burrill of East Fairfield, Me. The 
Stock carried by them includes Choice Family 
Groceries, also Flour, Grain and Feed, Foreign 
aud Domestic Fruits, Canned Good^-, etc., and 
the prices quoted are as low as the market will 
allow. Messrs. Frye & Burrill guarantee their 
stock of goods to be equal to the finest in town, 
which they sell at bottom figures. Three 
competent assistants are employed aud orders 
are promptly filled. The premises utilized 
cover an area of 1500 feet. 



38 



LEADING BUSINESS ME^ OF ORANGE. 




David Goodman, Livery, Board aud Feed 
Stable, Eear of Franklin House, Orange, Mass. 
— "One man's meat is another man's poison," 
so the old proverb goes, and it is not to be dis- 
puted that tastes do differ materially ; neverthe- 
less there are certain things that are found en- 
joyable by about everybody, and one of the 
most prominent of these is the amusement to 
be derived from the use of a good horse. 
When a man gets so that a rapid spin on the 
road fails to set his blood in motion and drive 
the cares of business to the vvinds, he is in a 
bad way, and if he is vk^ise he will give himself 
a needed rest and thus regain health before it 
is too late. There is more health in a well- 
managed Livery Stable than in a dozen drug 
stores and the medicine sold at the former is 
very pleasant to take. It is not expensive 
either, and so far from leaving a bad eftect be- 
hind, it permanently invigorates, all who make 
proper use of it. We say a well-managed 
Livery Stable, for it is only at such an estab- 
lishment, that one can be sure of getting a 
team that it is pleasant to drive. Mr. David 
Goodman deserves credit for his efforts to fur- 
nish desirable turnouts, and it is with pleasure 
that we commend his accommodations to our 
readers, for we know that those who favor him 
with an order will be more than satisfied with 
the result. His stable is located near the de- 
pot in the rear of the Franklin House. Em- 
ployment is given to efficient assistants, and 
first-class teams will be furnished at all hours, 
at extremely moderate prices. Any one wish- 
ing to hire a team for livery purposes or to 
feed or board their horses, will find Mr. Good- 
man just tlie man to deal with as his stable is 
kept in first-class condition and special pro- 
vision is made to accommodate all patrons in a 
perfectly satisfactory manner. 



T. F. McKenna, Millinery, 31 So. ■Slain 
Street, Orange. Mass. — There is no business in 
which that indispensable quality "style"' exerts 
a more powerful and controlling influence than 
in that of the dealer in Millinery Goods and it is 
owing to this fact, that some people fail while 
others succeed, under apparantly precisely 
similar circumstances. A successful milliner 
must have good taste, and must be able to dis- 
tinguish between that which is attractive ; no 
two ladies look precisely the same in the same 
bonnet, or to put it more clearly, the same ar- 
rangement of trimming etc., is not equally be- 
coming to two ladies, even though they be of 



similar complexion, and 
alike in general appearance. 
This fact is well-known but 
still it is too often disregard- 
ed, and insufficient allowance 
made for the influence of in- 
dividuality. The millinery 
establishment located at No. 
31 South Main Street, was 
established by Mr. T. F. Mc 
Kenna, in 1889, being a 
branch of the large establish- 
ment conducted by him in 
Boston. The Orange branch 
store is under the efficient 
management of G. S. McKenna, and has won a 
well-deserved reputation for the high ability 
in the millinery line of business, and we can 
most heartily advise our fair readers to give 
this house a call Avhen millinery of any kind 
is needed. Three competent assistants are em- 
ployed and all order work is attended to with 
promptness and the prices charged will be 
found very low for first-class materials and 
work. 



C. T. Sanger. Dealer in Ladies" and 
Gents' Fine Boots, Shoes and Kubbers, 
Orange, Mass. — Considering there is no 
other articles of dress which encounters 
such wear and tear as a boot or shoe, it 
is evident that good material and good 
workmanship are essential in the making of 
these indispensable commodities if durabilitv 
and general satisfaction are to be attained. It 
is a notorious fact that some dealers depend 
upon transient trade chiefly, while others turn 
their attention to the building up of a regular 
patronage. In an establishment conducted up- 
on the first named principles, one would hardly 
expect to obtain such durable goods as in one 
of the latter stamp, for it is obvious that the 
first dealer looks for his profits in single sales, 
and hence is not so well able even if he is so 
disposed, to supply an entirely satisfactory 
article, as is the man who seeks to make re- 
peated sales to the same customers. Therefore 
when buying anything in the line of foot-wear, 
it is an excellent idea to choose the right kind 
of an establishment, and we may say right 
here that no mistake will be made if the store 
conducted by Mr. C. T. Sanger, in Lamb's 
Block, Main" Street, be visited, for a very com- 
plete stock of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers is to 
be found here, and any one who will examine 
the goods and prices, and who is competent to 
judge in the matter will join us in saying that 
no more genuine and varied inducements are 
presented in Orange. The premises made use 
of, comprise a store of the dimensions of 24x60 
feet. Mr. Sanger has carried on this enter- 
prise since December 1887, at which date he 
bought the stock of G. IVI. Mayo. He thor- 
oughly understanils his business in every de- 
partment. He caters to all classes of trade, 
and gives close personal attention to the work, 
ings of the establishment, assuring prompt and 
polite service to all and offering standard goods 
at low rates. A specialty is made of repairing, 
which is neatly aud promptly done. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



39 



..-.4i ^ 




Factory of Jay B. Reynolds. 



Jay B. Reynolds, Manufacturer of Men's, 
Boys' and Youths' Calf, Buff' and Veal Calf 
Shoes, Orange, Mass. Boston Office, 302 Devon- 
shire Street — Mr. Jay B. Reynolds has not 
carried on operations in Orange for a great 
many years, but he has been here long enough 
to get his large factory in thorough working 
order, and to even add to hit former reputa- 
tion as an energetic and progressive manufac- 
urer. He is a native of Massachusetts, and 
was in business in Brockton for 13 years, be- 
fore opening his Orange establishment in 188G. 
The premises utilized are located on West Main 
Street, and are of the dimdusions of 200x30 
feet. The factory is equipped with a 2.5 horse 
engine, and the very latest improved shoe 
machinery. Employment being given to 200 
operatives, and Men's, Boj's' and Youths' Calf, 
Buff" and Veal Calf Shoes being very extensive- 
ly manufactured ; the. daily production averag- 
ing about 1000 pairs. Mr. Reynolds maintains 
a Boston office at 302 Devonshire St., and ships 
his produce over a wide extent of country. He 
has a number of salesmen on the road, and their 
orders show that dependable goods at the lowest 
market rates are in as active demand in the 
shoe business as in any other line of trade. 

Geo. H. Thompson, Photographer, Orange, 
Mass. — It is curious to see how many people, 
who exercise the greatest care in the purchase 
of a piece of furniture or the ordering of a suit 
of clothes, will drop into the first photograph- 
er's they come across and have their picture 
taken without the least idea whether the pho- 
tographer is an artist or the reverse. Of course 
we do not mean to say that this is the universal 
habit, or even the habit of the majority, but 
still it occurs often enough to satisfactorily ac- 
count for the continued existence of some who 



call themselves photographers, but who are a 
libel upon the profession. Now there is no need 
of submitting one's self to incompetent hands, 
for there is a sufficiency of reallj' capable photo- 
graphers who take pride in their work and at- 
tain really artistic results. Prominent among 
this class is Mr. Geo. H. Thompson, located on 
South Main Street, Orange, and at his studio 
proof in plenty will be found that he fully de- 
serves the excellent reputation he bears, for 
the production of accurate and handsomely 
finished portraits. Mr. Thompson is a native 
of Winchester, N. H., and has been known in 
connection with his present studio since 1884, 
at which date he succeeded C. H. Wells. The 
premises occupied by Mr. Thompson is a very 
old stand, and, in fact, is the only one of its 
kind in town. He has the most improved ap- 
paratus at hand for the successful carrying on 
of photography in all its branches. He also 
gives special attention to enlarging, crajon and 
pen work. Employment is given to a capable 
assistant, and all orders are given prompt, per- 
sonal attention. Mr. Thompson's prices are 
low if his work is excellent, and no one need go to 
an inferior establishment in order to get reason- 
able rates. All the latest novelties in the pho- 
tographic art are attended to at this studio,, 
and satisfaction is confidently guaranteed. 
With a view to introducing to his patrons the 
latest and best device for securing permanence 
and beauty in photographs, he has purchased 
the exclusive right for Orange and vicinity for 
Talcott's glass mounts. The depth, richness of 
tone and brilliancy, added to photographs 
mounted by this process, and the quality of ab- 
solute permanence and durability, (the pictures 
being hermetically sealed to the glass) make 
it without doubt the most beautiful and dura- 
ble method of mounting photographs . 



40 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANGE. 



J. R. Bement, Dentist, Waite Block, 
Orauge, Mass. — The dentists' operating room 
is no longer the " chamber of horrors '' as it 
was once considered, for modern science has 
robbed the practice of dentistry of nearly all 
its terrors, and no one need hesitate to have 
their teeth looked after on account of fear of 
bodily pain. Indeed, it is almost entirely on 
account of such hesitation that pain and den- 
tistrj' have been connected in the public mind, 
for when taken in time, the teeth may be worked 
upon with no more suffering than is involved 
in the cutting of one's finger-nails. It is said 
that Americans are known abroad by their gen- 
erally poor teeth, and, although this may be 
something of an exaggeration, still it must be 
confessed that as a nation our teeth are not 
what they should be. The remedy is plain, 
however, and is to be found in more attention 
being given to those indispensable articles, and 
in submitting them at regular intervals to the 
inspection of a really competent dentist. In 
this connection, we wish to make prominent 
mention of Dr. J. K. Bement of this town, for 
since he succeeded Mr. J. Felt in 1873, he has 
abundantly proved himself a most skilful and 
conscientious practitioner. Dr. Bement was 
born in Jacksonville, Vermont, and is well and 

Sersonally known throughout this section of 
tassachusetts. He occupies well-appointed 
rooms in Waite Block, and callers will find that 
their comfort and convenience have been well 
provided for. Dentistry in all its branches is 
carried on, and the various appliances, instru- 
ments, etc., in use. are all of the latest and most 
improved type. Dr. Bement has had an ex- 
tended experience in his profession, having 
been located in Baldwinsville six years pre- 
vious to settling in Orange. He combines 
thoroughness, with gentleness, in the practice 
of his profession, and his charges are very mod- 
erate for work of unsurpassed excellence. 

T. S. Mann, Grocer and Dealer in Paints, 
Oils, Brushes and Window-Glass, Orange, 
Mass.— There are many establishments in 
Orange devoted to the sale of Groceries etc., 
which are worthy of being given high commen- 
dation for the enterprise and honorable manner 
in which they are conducted, but it is only nat- 
ural that there should be a few houses which 
from one cause or the other are especial favor- 
ites with the public. We need not inform our 
Orange readers that a leader among these is 
that of which Mr. T. S. Mann is the proprietor, 
located on East Main Street. The premises oc- 
cupied comprise a store 1800 feet in dimensions 
and a storehouse. The assortment of Grocer- 
ies on hand, is a large one, and it would be im- 
possible to find a more desirable stock or one 
bearing evidence of more intelligent selection. 
Flour, Canned Goods and Garden Seeds are 
among the products to which special attention 
is given. An important department is that de- 
voted to the sale of Paints, Oils, Brushes and 
Window-Glass, which can be supplied at short 
notice, at bottom prices. Mr. Mann was born 
in Petersham, Mass., and has been identified 
with his present enterprise since 1884, at which 
date he succeeded P. H. Underwood, under the 
firm name of Dennis & Mann and in 1886, as- 



sumed full control of the business. He has a 
large circle of friends throughout this vicinity. 
His establishment is a truly representative one 
and fully deserves its unsurpassed reputation. 

Minot Hastings, Carriage, Sign and Orna- 
mental Painting, Spear's Block, East River 
Street, Orange, Mass. — The superority of a 
painted to a papered wall is evident in more 
ways than one, for not only is the former the 
more conducive to cleanliness and hence to 
health but it is also capable of being given 
much more individuality and a much more dec- 
orative effect. The cost of printed walls is, 
to be sure considerably greater than that of 
papered ones, but on the other hand their dur- 
ability is much in excess of that of the latter, 
so that this drawback is actually more appar- 
ent than real. To ensure the greater amount 
of satisfaction in Carriage, Sign and Ornamen- 
tal Painting, care must be taken to entrust 
work of this kind, only, to reliable and exper- 
ienced concerns, such for instance as that con- 
ducted by Mr. Minot Hastings, located in 
Spear's Block, East River Street, Orange, Mass. 
This well-known establishment was founded in 
1874 by its present proprietor, and since that 
date he has executed many important commis- 
sions in a manner that has won for him the 
reputation of being one of the most original 
and artistic ornamental painters in this town. 
Premises of the dimensions of 30x68 feet are 
occupied and orders for all descriptions of 
painting] are given prompt, and satisfactory 
attention. A specialty being made of Carriage, 
Sign and Ornamental Painting. Competent 
and artistic assistants are employed. Esti- 
mates will be cheerfullj' furnished, on any de- 
sired line of work, and those favoring Mr. 
Hastings with their orders may rest assured 
that there will be no reason to regret so doing. 

A. A. Boyce, Hats, Caps and Furnishing 
Goods, Fine Ready-Made Clothing, Waite's 
Block, Orange, Mass. — There is a great deal of 
competition in the 
clothing business 
and the price of 
Ready-Made Cloth- 
ing has been so re- 
duced of late years, 
that no one can aflS'ord 
to wear "home-made" 
garments now, for it 
is an actual fact that 
some of the more en- 
terprising dealers 
quote prices on the 
goods the}' handle 
which would barely 
cover the cost of the 
material to the retail 
buyer. This can 
be easily proved by 
visiting the establish- 
ment conducted by 
Mr. A. A. Boyce, in 
Waite's Block, Or- 
ange, for this gen- 
tleman offers some 
remarkable bargains in Ready-Made Clothing, 




LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



41 



and it is ver}"^ hard to equal the genuine induce- 
ments held out at this very popular store. The 
stock is so extensive and so skillfully selected, 
that big men, and small men, can be fitted 
without trcuble, and there is certainly one im- 
portant advantage in buying Ready-Made 
Clothing, you know just how your suit fits 
before you pay a dollar on it. Mr. Boyce suc- 
ceeded D. E. Forley in this line of business in 
1881 , and has built up his present large busi- 
ness by selling at bottom prices and handling 
thoroughly reliable goods. A fine assortment 
of Gent's Furnishings, Hats, Caps and Trunks, 
Bags, etc., are included in stock, and as only 
competent and polite assistants are employed, 
every customer may depend upon receiving im- 
mediate and courteous attention. Mr. Boyce 
is a niitive of Richmond, N. II., and served in 
the army during the late Civil War. 

Mrs. E. S. Gerry, Ladies' Furnishing 
Goods, Millinery and Fancy Goods, Orange, 
Mass. — There are quite a number of establish- 
ments in this vicinity devoted to the sale of 
millinery and fancy goods, and it is but the 
simple truth to say that the most of them are 
very ably managed. Orange ladies have a well- 
earned reputation for taste in dress, and those 
who cater to their wants in the millinery and 
fancy goods line must therefore be well- fitted 
for the task if they would hope to win success. 
The natural instinct, which appreciates the 
beautiful, which sees at a glance the require- 
ments of individual persons, and is able to 
adapt the prevailing style to suit all styles of 
complexion, etc., this instinct can never be ac- 
quired, but it can be greatly developed by 
projjer practice. We have no hesitation in de- 
claring that it is possessed in an unusual degree 
by Mrs. E. S. Gerry, whose store is located at 
No. 9 North Main Street, and, indeed, the suc- 
cess that lady has met with since beginning 
operations in 1884, conclusively proves her fit- 
ness for the direction of such an enterprise. 
Premises measuring 600 feet in dimensions are 
occupied, and employment is given to a suffi- 
cient force of competent assistants. A stock of 
millinery, fancy goods and ladies' furnishings 
is carried, comprising all the most approved 
novelties, and the prices quoted are in all cases 
as low as the lowest. Mrs. Gerry gives particu- 
lar attention to order work, and has built up 
an enviable reputation for the promptness and 
skill with which commissions of this kind are 
carried out. 

Franklin House, Mrs. E. H. Forbes, Pro- 
prietress, Orange, Mass. — Size and merit have 
often no relation to each other, and the travel- 
er, who puts up at the biggest hotel in a town 
or city, expecting, that because it is the biggest, 
it will probably prove the best, is very apt to 
find himself considerably disappointed. Large 
hotels and large prices generally go together, 
and the man who wants comfort can usually 

f;et much more for his money at a comparative- 
y small house than at a bigger one. To illus- 
trate this point, let us call attention to the ac- 
commodations provided at the Franklin House, 
for this hotel is one of the best-managed estab- 
lishments of the kind in Orange, and its guests 



may depend upon receiving polite considera- 
tion, and, what is more, uniformly fair and lib- 
eral treatment. The Franklin House was 
opened in 1881 by Messrs. O'Connell & Graves, 
who were succeeded in 1883 by Mr. Edward 
Laughman ; the present proprietress, Mrs. E. 
H. Forbes, having assumed full management 
of attairs in 188.5. This lady is very generally 
and favorably known throughout Orange and 
vicinity. Her hotel has accommodations for 
fortj^ guests and is largely patronized, and dur- 
ing the years it has been under Mrs. Forbes' 
control, it has gained a reputation that it would 
be hard to surpass. The guest-rooms, beds, 
etc., are comfortable and pleasant, the service 
is courteous and efficient, and the table is sup- 
plied with an abundance of choice and skillful- 
ly prepared food. The terms are very reason- 
able, and there is no public house in this vicin- 
ity that we can more heartily recommend. 

The Boston Store, Complete Line of Dry 
and Fancy Goods, Cross & Robbins, Managers, 
Bingham's Block, Orange, Mass. — An Orange 
concern, which occupies an individual position 
which has been reached after two years of ef- 
fort, is that popularly known as the Boston 
Store, located in Bingham's block. This enter- 
prise was inaugurated in 1887, and has thus 
been before the public about two years. That 
it ranks with the most popular in town, and 
receives an increasing support annually, is the 
most convincing evidence as to the high esteem 
in which it is held by the people. The firm is 
made up of R. M. Cross & Co., of Lawrence, 
Mass., Messrs. L. ]M. Cross and A. H. Robbins 
acting as managers. These gentlemen are both 
natives of Massachusetts, and are well-known 
here personally, and any further allusion to 
their standing is quite unnecessary. The prem- 
ises in use measure 30 by 60 feet. A large 
stock is carried of dry and fancy goods, cloaks, 
etc., comprising the latest productions put 
upon the market, as well as full lines of those 
staple articles always in demand, and the 
prices quoted on these goods are such as to 
render this as economical a shopping place as 
can be found in the vicinity. The ladies have 
long since found this out, and the Boston Store 
is one of the first places visited when hunting 
for '• bargains." This concern makes no fool- 
ish pretence of under-selling every competitor, 
but the goods are bought by R. M. Cross of 
Lawrence, Mass., who is a large and close buy- 
er, and the benefits of this are shared with Its 
customers. p]mployment is given to two as- 
sistants, and callers may depend upon receiv- 
ing prompt and courteous attention and strict- 
Ij'^ honorable treatment. 

W. W. Wood, Dealer in Meats, Fruits, 
Vegetables and Canned Goods, South Main 
Street, Orange, Mass. — When a man gives par- 
ticular attention to the handling of any one 
thing, the chances are that he can offer special 
inducements to those wishing to buy anything 
in that line, and this holds good in regard to 
meats, as well as to other commodities. There- 
fore, when we say that Mr. W. W. Wood, do- 
ing business in Orange, makes a specialty of 
meats of all kinds, it will be readily understood 



42 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANGE. 



that his store is worthy a visit from all want- 
ing anything in that line. Mr. Wood is well- 
known throughout Orange, and is thoroughly 
conversant with all branches of his business. 
The premises made use of by him are located 
on South Main Street, and contain a well se- 
lected stock of choice meats, together with 
fruits, vegetables and canned goods. Mr. 
Wood runs a meat cart through the town, and 
strives to ensure prompt attention to every one 
who may visit his market. He is careful to of- 
fer only such articles as he can confidently rec- 
ommend, and by keeping faith with his cus- 
tomers, has built up an enviable reputation for 
fair and honorable dealing. The prices are al- 
ways in accordance with the lowest market 
rates, and it will be found that a dollar will go 
at least as far here as at any similar establish- 
ment in town. 

Mann & Waite, Dealers in Dry Goods and 
Carpets, Silks, Shawls, Dress Goods, Cloaks 
and Cloakings, Cloths, White Goods, Handker- 
chiefs, Laces, Hosiery, Underclothing and 
Gloves, etc., Davis' Brick Block, 14 West Main 
Street, Orange, Mass. — One of the chief aims 
of this book is to furnish strangers in town and 
vicinity with authentic information in regard 
to the reliability and standing of our numerous 
business houses, as they often make inquiries 
before patronizing establishments which are 
strange to them. If anything in the line of dry 
goods be wanted, we can ofter no better advice 
than to visit the store of Mann & Waite, Davis' 
Brick Block, 14 West Main Street, Orange. 
Here will be found a large and fine assortment 
of silks, shawls, dress goods, cloaks and cloak- 
ings, cloths, white goods, handkerchiefs, laces, 
hosiery, underclothing and gloves, ribbons, 
prints, small wares, carpets, etc. This enterprise 
was first started in 1881 by Mr. W. Mann, who 
was succeeded by F. S. Parmenter in 1883. Mr. 
W. Mann and Mr. W. A. Waite are both natives 
of Massachusetts, they having conducted this 
house since 1885, and have already built up a 
large and increasing business. The premises 
occupied comprise one floor, 24 x 50 feet, and a 
basement. Customers are treated with the 
greatest courtesy, and all goods are shown 
with promptness, and attention is given to all 
orders. Visitors are invited to call and exam- 
ine the great variety which is ottered for in- 
spection, and which is constantly changing 
with the seasons and the fashions of the day. 
Their goods are noted for their general excel- 
lence and durability. 

C. G. Howe & Co., Dealers in Food Sup- 
plies, Groceries, Fruits, Farmers' Produce, 
Fresh Beef, Pork, Lamb, Poultry, etc. ; Manu- 
facturers of Pi'essed Corn Beef and Sausages ; 
Orange, Mass. — While it is quite impracticable, 
even were it advisable, to make mention of ev- 
ery grocery and provision store, within the 
limits of this book, still room must be found 
for the more prominent establishments of this 
kind, and one of the most popular of tliese is that 
conducted by C. G. Howe &Co. The enterprise 
in question was inaugurated in 1875, uu'ler the 
firm-name of Waters & Kellogg, and in 1877, 
was changed to Thayer & Howe, tlie present 



style having existed since 1878. The establish- 
ment has from the start been managed on lib- 
eral principles that could not fail to meet with 
the appreciation of the public. Mr. C. G. Howe 
was born in Orange, and is very favorably 
known throughout the vicinity. He gives close 
personal attention to his business, and being 
possessed of a most thorough knowledge of it 
in every detail, he is enabled to keep it up to 
the high standard of efficiency the public have 
learned to expect. An extensive retail business 
is done, requiring the services of six competent 
assistants, and the premises made use of in- 
clude one floor, 25 by 70 feet in dimensions, 
and a basement covering an area of 3500 feet, 
which is utilized for the storage of meats, and 
is lighted by electricity. A well selected stock 
of groceries, fruits, farmers' produce, etc., is 
constantly carried, comprising all the great va- 
riety of articles generally included under these 
heads, and oflered at the lowest market rates. 
Meats of all kinds are handled on an equally- 
extensive scale, and choice cuts of beef, pork, 
lamb, etc., are always to be had. Messrs. 
Howe & Co., are also manufacturers of pressed 
corn beef and sausages, and ins hort, a compre- 
hensive stockof family food supplies is always 
at the disposal of their many patrons. 

C. W. Bannon, Merchant Tailor, Orange, 
Mass. — Considering the inducements offered to 
all classes of customers, at the establishment 
conducted by Mr. C. W. Bannon, it seems as 
though no one need take long to make up his 
mind where to purchase anything in the line of 
clothing. If ready-made goods be wanted, Mr. 
Bannon has a fine assoi'tment to select from, a 
full line of sizes being carried, and the very 
lowest market rates quoted. Should customers 
prefer having a suit or a garment made from 
measure, he can certainly visit no better place. 
Mr. Bannon is a native of Springfield. Mass., 
and has been identified with his present enter- 
prise in Orange since 1883. His extended ex- 
perience, of course, benefits his customers, and 
it is not surprising, that the work done under 
his directions, should be hard to equal. The 
premises utilized are located in Goddard's 
Block, North INIain Street, and cover an area 
of 900 feet. Employment is given to four com- 
petent assistants, and no trouble is spared to 
deliver orders promptly when promised, per- 
fect fit and honest making being guaranteed. 
A beautiful stock of gents' furnishings, hats, 
caps and ready-made clothing is always to be 
found at this store, and its proprietor is well 
known in Orange and vicinity, and lias long 
been considered one of her reliable and repre- 
sentative business men. 

Frederic W. Fish, Ph. G., Pharmacist, 
Orange, Mass. — Among the many attractive 
business enterprises of Orange none are more 
deserving of notice than the pharmacy of Fred- 
eric W. Fish. Tliis establishment was con- 
ducted formerly by Mr. W. B. Andrews. Mr. 
Fish is a graduate of the Massachusetts College 
of Pharmacy, and assumed control in 1887, 
since which time he has gained the confidence 
and good-will of this community. The premi- 
ses occupied are convenient and well-arranged 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



43 



for the business, and they cover a space of 450 
feet. The stock shown embraces a full line of 
drugs and chemicals, together with an assort- 
ment of such specialties as are usually to be 
found in a first-class pharmacy. He has a fine 
display of case goods containing a large assort- 
ment of fancy and toilet articles in every vari- 
ety. He also has on hand a choice selection of 
cigars and tobacco, as well as a good variety of 
fresh confectionery. The retail trade of this 
store requires the assistance of a thoroughly 
skilled and reliable clerk, and Mr. Fish being 
an experienced druggist, the prescription de- 
partment is managed with a skill and intelli- 
gence which has given the house an enviable 
reputation. The neat and attractive appearance 
of this store and the fine stock of goods han- 
dled, has done much to make it a favor- 
ite resort for those desirous of obtaining first- 
class goods in this line. Mr. Fish is a native of 
Sandwich, Mass. Prompt and courteous atten- 
tion is assured to all. 



^ 




A. M. Cheney & Co. Registered Pharma- 
cists, Lamb's Block, Orange, Mass. — Taking 
into consideration its capacity for genuine use- 
fulness, it may be truthfully said that no retail 
establishment is of more real importance, to a 
communitj^ than a well appointed and well 
managed pharmacy, and the residents of this 
section of the state are to be congratulated, 
on having so worthy a representative of this 
class of business enterprise as that conducted 
by Messrs. A. M. Cheney & Co. in Lamb's 
Block, which was established in 1884 by J. A. 
Crane & Co. who were succeeded by the pres- 
ent firm in 1886. A full and select stock of 
Drugs, Medicines and Chemicals is carried in 
this store and every provision is made for the 
filling of orders with the promptness and ac- 
curacy so essential to the highest success in 
this line of business. The individual members 
of the firm are A. M. Cheney a native of Mont- 
pelier, Vermont, and C. A. Kilham of Boston, 
Mass., and their stock of Drugs, Patent Med- 
icines, Sundries, etc., is increasing every year, 
and everything handled is of the best quality. 
Particular attention is given to the prescrip- 
tion department, and no pains ai-e spared to 
make this the most important part of the trade. 
Every facility is at hand to assist in the meas- 
uring of the ingredients called for in the pre- 
scriptions presented, and every precaution is 
observed that will tend to reduce the liability 
to errors to a minimum. Another gratifying 



and popular feature of the management is the 
low prices, quoted on the goods handled. 
This holds good in the prescription department 
as well as in the sale of all the other goods 
handled, and fair dealing is guaranteed to every 
customer, 

T. E. Bridge, Dealer in Crockery, China 
and Glassware, Lamps, Wall Papers and Cur- 
tain Goods, Orange, Mass. — A first-class estab- 
lishment devoted to the sale of Crockery, China 
and Glassware, must necessarily carry a stock 
so large and varied that no detailed mention of 
it can be made in our columns for lack of 
space, but we hope to give our readers some 
idea at least of the attractions offered at the 
store of which Mr. T. E. Bridge is the proprietor 
located on Main Street, Orange, for if we inter- 
est them sufficiently to cause them to visit the 
establishment in question and see for them- 
selves, we are sure that the result will be 
satisfactory to all parties concerned, for there 
are many special inducements offered to pat- 
rons and much or little money may be expend- 
ed to excellent advantage. The premises oc- 
cupied cover an area of 1200 feet, and the large 
assortment of goods on hand is displayed in a 
manner that renders the task of selection com- 
paratively easy. Competent assistants areern- 
ployed and customers are given such immedi- 
ate and polite attention as to make a visit to this 
popular store, pleasant as well as profitable. 
Goods will be cheerfully shown, and the va- 
riety available is so great that all tastes can be 
suited. While the range in prices is sufficiently 
extensive to enable all purses to be provided 
for. The Crockery, China and Glassware is 
from the most reputable makers, and can be 
guaranteed to prove as represented. All the 
leading novelties being offered, while a beauti- 
tiful stock of Lamps, Wall Papers, and Curtain 
Goods, is at hand to choose from. Mr. T. E. 
Bridge is a native of Orange, and has been 
identified among her progressive business men 
for the past twentj'-five years. He has been 
one of the Selectmen, and has held the Office 
of Town Treasurer since 1874. 

Geo. H. Lawrence, Manufacturer of 
House Finish and Shoe Boxes, also Dealer in 
Clapboards, Shingles, Laths, Etc., Factory, 
East River Street, Orange, Mass.— In one sense 
of the word, Mr. George H. Lawrence has car- 
ried on his present business since 1853, for it 
was at that time that he succeeded Mr. Edwin 
Davis, but still it is hardly accurate to identify 
operations as carried on in 1889 with tlie indus- 
try conducted a quarter of a century ago, as 
Mr. Davis, was a manufacturer of Toys etc., 
and Mr. Lawrence at first continued that indus- 
try, but gradually turned his attention to other 
things, and now devotes himself exclusively to 
the manufacture of house Finish and Shoe 
Boxes, and to the handling of Clapboards, 
Shingles, Laths, etc. The factory is located on 
East River St., and comprises a main mill 24 
stories iu height and 30x60 feet in dimensions, 
and an ell, containing 14 stories and measuring 
30x70 feet. The machinery in use is of an im- 
proved type, and employment is given to 6 as- 



44 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



sistants, so that orders can be filled at short 
notice. Mr. Lawrence is a native of Harvard, 
Mass., and is extremely well-known through- 
out this section. He is prepared to quote the 
lowest market rates on the commodities he 
handles, and to supply them at wholesale or 
retail in quantities to suit. 

The Rodney Hunt Machine Co., was or- 
ganized .January, 1873, its predecessors in the 
business, being the firm of Hunt, Waite & 
Flint. The Company bears the name of its first 
President, Eodney Hunt, who held the office 



Geo. W. Bingham, Manufacturer of Bing- 
ham's Patent Blind Fixture, and Proprietor 
of Hotel Brooklyn, Orange, Mass. — Mr. George 
W. Bingham certainly ought to be given a 
prominent position among the leading busi- 
ness men of Orange, for he is identified with 
several important enterprises, and is one of the 
most energetic of our resident manufacturers. 
Mr. Bingham is anative of Cabbott, Vt., and 
opened a Button Hole Shop in Orange in 1883. 
This shop is 2 stories inheight and 30x50 feet 
in dimensions, and is equipped with the most 
improved-machinery throughout. The proprie- 




until his death in May, 1889, since which 
time the Treasurer, Mr. E. N. Harris, has been 
the acting President of the corporation. Kufus 
Livermore is Secretary, and N. E. Harris is 
Superintendent. A very important part of the 
business of this Company is the manufacture 
of Turbine Water Wheels, vertical and horizon- 
tal. Iron Flumes, Penstocks, and everything 
pertaining to Water Wheels and Mill Work. 
They are also Iron and Brass Founders, having 
a well equipped Foundry, with a very large as- 
sortment of patterns. The Company also have 
a department devoted wholly and specially to 
the manufacture of Woolen Machinery, par- 
ticularly for wet finishing, embracing Rotary 
Fulling Mills, Cloth Washers, Gigs Tentering 
or Drying Machines, Dye Tubes, etc. The 
business was founded by liodney Hunt ne.irly 
fifty years ago, and has steadily increased 
until it has reached its present proportions, 
and its products are now known throughout 
the United States and Canada, as possessing 
a high standard of excellence. 



tor has taken out two patents on Blind Fast- 
eners. Every house-keeper is very thoroughly 
acquainted with the inconvenience and trouble 
experienced with all other attachments in 
getting to the blinds to open or close them. 
In cold weather the window must be opened 
in order to reach the blind, thus admitting 
a cold draught of air into theroom, and in 
Summer the screen must be removed for the 
same purpose, but with this new improve- 
ment, with the simple movement of a small 
ornamental crank or switch attached to the 
inside of the window casing, the blinds are 
swung open or shut at your pleasure without 
opening the window and at the same time the 
blinds are fastened so that they can only be 
moved from the inside, by the use of the switch. 
The attachment works with great ease and is 
not an expensive commodity considering what 
it will accomplish. j\Ir. Bingham manufac- 
tures these appliances, employing in his shop 
altogether 25 assistants. In 1888, he became 
proprietor of Hotel Brooklyn, in Bingham's 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



45 



Block, opposite the New Home Sewing Macliine 
Works, and very few public houses, occupying 
a similar field, liave gained so rapidly in i)op- 
ularity during a similar time as has this one 
since 1888. The best rooms iu town are provided 
to guests, there being accommodations for 58, 
and the table, cooking, service, etc., are first- 
class in every respect. Mr. Bingham quotes 
very moderate rates to all classes of patrous, 
but offers special inducements to commercial 
men. The best way to gain a due appreciation 
of his efforts to conduct a thoroughly popular 
establishment, is to make practical trial of 
its resources, and should this be done, the 
Hotel Brooklyn will have gained another reg- 
ular customer and consistent advocate. 




J. G. Pratt, Dealer in Chicago Dressed Beef, 
Pork, Lard, Hams, Mutton, Lamb, Veal, Sau- 
sage, Poultry, etc.. Corner Main and No. Main 
Streets, Orange, Mass. — That the establishment 
now carried on by Mr. J. G. Pratt is one of the 
most popular to be found in Orange, is a fact 
that it is very easy to ascertain, and that this 
popularity is not due to accident, but has been 
legitimately brought about by hard and intelli- 
gent work, is also not difficult to discover. Ope- 
rations were began by Messrs. Burrington & 
Willard, who were succeeded by Messrs. J. & 
J. G. Pratt in 1884, the present proprietor, Mr. 
J. G. Pratt, assuming full control of the busi- 
ness in 1885, and from the first he determined 
to carrj"^ on a meat market that should be first- 
class in every respect. Patrons of this market 
have a large stock to select from. They are 
assured that all goods will prove just as repre- 
sented, and they are supplied at bottom prices. 
Under these circumstances a large retail trade 
is only what might reasonably be expected. 
Mr. Pratt is a native of Athol, Mass., and is 
generally esteemed in Orange as an enterj^ris- 
ing business man, who practices entirely legiti- 
mate methods. Employment is given to two 
eflacient assistants, and premises covering an 
area of 800 feet are utilized, and located at the 
corner of Main and No. Main streets. Chicago 
dressed beef, pork, lard, hams, mutton, lamb, 
veal, sausage, poultry, etc., are always in stock, 
and also vegetables of all kinds in their seasons. 
All the above named articles of food may be 
bought of Mr. Piatt at decided advantage. All 
classes are catered to, and equal consideration 
given to all. 



A. L. Shattuck, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, Fine Stationery, Confectionery, etc.; 
News-Room ; Orange Mass. — The enterprise, of 
which Mr. A. L. Sliattuck is now the proprie- 
tor, had its inception many years ago, and af- 
ter several changes in its management, came 
under the sole control of Mr. Shattuck iu 1888. 
He has already secured a trade which is large 
and select. As he deals in boots, shoes and rub- 
bers, etc., he has no small amount of competi- 
tion to meet with, and has abundant reason to 
feel gratified at the patronage received, but 
there is no effect without a cause, and if people 
prefer to deal with this gentleman, there must 
certainly be reason for it. Well, there is. To 
begin with, there is the stock. This is composed 
of fresh seasonable goods, carefully selected, 
and made by the best manufacturers. Then 
there are the prices. These are low, very low, 
when the quality of the stock is considered. 
Mr. Shattuck enjoys very favorable relations 
with producers, and gives his customers a 
goodl}^ portion of the benefits arising from such 
a condition of affairs, and finally comes the 
service. Callers at this store are not impor- 
tuned to buy. They are given prompt and 
courteous attention, goods are shown willingly, 
and their characteristics fully explained, but 
the customer is made to feel that he is under 
no obligation to purchase unless he desires to 
do so. The premises utilized are located on 
South Main Street, and in addition to boots, 
shoes and rubbers, the stock carried comprises 
fine stationery, fancy articles, confectionery, 
etc. Competent assistants are employed, and 
a thriving retail business is done. The proprie- 
tor, Mr. A. L. Shattuck, is a native of Pepper- 
ell, Mass., and is very well and favorably 
known in Orange, where he held the positio" 
of postmaster for eight years. He also served 
in the army, as 2d lieutenant for 13 months, 
during our late civil war. 




John H. Ball, Board, Feed and Livery Sta- 
ble, AVest River Street, Orange, Mass.— There 
are more than a few livery stables in this vicin- 
ity that have been carried on a great deal longer 
than that of which Mr. John II. Ball is now the 
proprietor, for this was only opened in 1880 by 
E. B. Thompson, who was succeeded by the pres- 
ent proprietor in 1888, but there is not one where 
more care is given to the filling of orders, or 
where more liberal management is present. It is, 
therefore, not surprising that this should be one 
of the most popular boarding, feed and livery 



46 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANQE. 



stables in town, or that the amount of business 
done should be steadily and rapidly increasing, 
for the public appreciate generous treatment, 
and liberalitj' " pays " in more ways than one. 
Mr. Ball is a native of Amherst, Mass., and is 
very well known to many of our readers. The 
delights of driving can be enjoyed to the fullest 
extent in Orange and vicinity, for the roads 
are well made, and the scenery is beautiful and 
varied. Mr. Ball has some of the finest public 
horses in town, and his carriages are also first- 
class, in both appearance and ease of riding. 
Competent assistants are employed, and courte- 
ous and prompt attention is assured to every 
patron, and those wishing to board, feed or hire 
a horse, will find it well worth their while to 
pay Mr. Ball a visit. 

UNDERWOOD & ADAMS, 

Dealers in 

FANCY GROCERIES, FLOUR, 

GRAIN, ETC. 

ORANGE, - _ _ _ MASS. 

The establishment, of which Messrs. Under- 
wood & Adams are the proprietors, was origi- 
nally opened in 1878, its founder being Mr. C. 
A. Town, the present propi"ietors coming into 
possession in February, 1889. From the very 
beginning, the business has steadily increased. 
It is not far from eleven years since operations 
were began, but during all this time there has 
been no occasion where the " live and let live " 
principles, which governed the founder of the 
enterprise, have been departed from in the 
slightest degree. Messrs. Underwood & Adams 
seek to give their customers a fair return for 
their money in every case. Under the present 
liberal management, the business has nearly 
doubled, and it is impossible to deny that those 
doing business with them are assured of fair 
treatment. Premises of the dimensions 
of 24 by 80 feet are occupied, the 
assortment of goods in stock being 
very extensive. Employment is given to 
active assistants, who will be found competent 
and polite, and orders are attended to without 
annoying delay. The individual members of 
the firm arc Mr. ft. M. Underwood, who is a 
native of New Salem, Mass., and Mr. II. H. 
Adams of Conway, Mass. Both these gentle- 
men are well-known in Orange and vicinity, 
and are highly esteemed for their enterprising 
and liberal business methods. Our space for- 
bids any extended reference to the individual 
articles dealt in, but we may say that particu- 
lar inducements are offered in the line of fancy 
groceries, flour, grain, etc., while family stores 
in general can be bought here to excellent 
advantage. 

William Lincoln & Co., Fire Insurance 
Agency, AVaite's Block, Orange, Mass. — The 
time has long since gone by when a business 
man could allow his propertj^ to remain unin- 
sured and still maintain a reputation for pru- 
dence and sagacity, for so evident are the ad- 
vantages of insurance and so universally are 
they appreciated and profited by, that the costs 
attending it are considered as much a portion 
of the legitimate expense of conducting a busi- ' 



ness as is the payment of rent or the wages of 
employees. But while there is no question as 
to the advisability of insurance, there is some- 
times considerable uncertainty as to which 
companies to take out policies in, and it is just 
here that the usefulness of the insurance agent 
becomes apparent, for, as a general thing, those 
holding such a position are well informed on 
the subject, and can thus lend no inconsider- 
able assistance in deciding the question. Few, 
if any, of our readers, who reside in Orange or 
vicinity, require any introduction to either of 
the gentlemen comprising the firm of William 
Lincoln & Co. This business was established 
in the town of Warren in 1857, and is still con- 
ducted by these gentlemen. In September, 
1888, an oflice was started in Waite's block. 
East Main street. Orange, and Mr. James D, 
Kimball is manager for this town and vicinity. 
They represent some of the standard compan- 
ies of the country, among which may be men- 
tioned the Pennsylvania, the Northern, the 
Trade & Mechanics, the Merrimack Mutual, 
the Home of New York and the London anc* 
Lancashire. Mr. Kimball is a native of Fal- 
mouth, Mass. He has given much of his at- 
tention to this business in all its branches, and 
has attained a thorough understanding of the 
subject. The residents and business men of 
these towns are to be congratulated in having 
such reliable and courteous gentlemen to deal 
with. 

Troy Steam Laundry, Opposite the De- 
pot, M. O. Simonds, Proprietor, Orange, Mass. 
— The brief advice given by an old physician 
to the man who came to him pretty well broken 
down and asked for medicine to relieve his dis- 
tress, proved so effectual that it is well worth 
quoting here; "keep clean, don't worry and eat 
moderately." These were the words, and it is 
worthy of notice that the injunction regarding 
cleanliness, was placed first, as being the most 
important. A well-managed public laundry is 
a powerful aid towards securing perfect clean- 
liness, and certainly the establishment known 
as the "Troy Steam Laundry" is one of the 
best-managed that can be found in this vicin- 
ity. It was opened in 1884 by C. F. Howard 
who was succeeded in 1889, by Mr. G. P. Field. 
The same year Mr. M. O. Simonds assumed 
control and is to be congratulated on the success 
he has met with in establishing an unsurpas- 
sed reputation for the enterprise under his 
management, for he has worked hard to per- 
fect every detail of the system in operation, 
and is in a position to guarantee satisfaction to 
the most fastidious. Clothes sent to this laun- 
dry are not injured in the slightest degree, but 
on the contrary are handled carefully and 
cleansed more thoroughly than would be pos- 
sible in the absence of less improved facilities 
and methods than those to be found here. 
Premises measuring 40x50 feet are occupied, 
and employment is aftbrdcd to six competent 
assistants. All work being done at short notice 
and great pains being taken to avoid the least 
error in the delivery of the articles handled. 
The prices are extremely reasonable for strict- 
ly first-class work and the enterprise well de- 
serves its growing popularity. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF OBANOE. 



47 




EXAMINE OUR 

CUT SHOE 

'^ ^ IT SHOWS HOW ALL 

WAVERLY 




SCHOOL 
SHOES 

ARE 
MADE 



LOW BROAD HEEL'^ ll£ LEATHER. 

F. R. Bolton, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, No. 7, Waite Block, East Mala Street, 
■Orange, Mass. — There are few if anj' articles 
of dress that exercise so decided an influence 
both on our comfort and our appearance as do 
Boots and Shoes. The question of where these 
can be purchased to the best advantage, is one 
that is of lively interest to all of our readers. 
Massachusetts is the greatest shoe manufactur- 
ing state in the Union, and it is here that the 
best shoes are made for the least money. The 
day of exhorbitant prices has gone by, and for 
ordinary wear, the public have decided that 
shoes costing from $3.00 to $.5.00 are plenty 
good enough. Mr. F. R. Bolton is identified 
with the most enterprising men in this town 
engaged in the Boot and Shoe business. The 
establishment of which he is the proprietor 
was founded in 188.5 by F. R. Bolton & Co., 
they were succeeded by Mr. G. L. Rist in 1888, 
Mr. F. R. Bolton assuming full control of the 
business in 1889. The premises utilized by him 
are located at No. 7, Waite Block, East Main 
Street, and cover an area of 25x70 feet, and are 
stocked with Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, of all 
kinds that sell on their own merits, as a result 
tin extensive retail trade has been built up, and 
his goods find a ready sale. Every pair of 
shoes are warranted to prove as represented, 
and the confidence Mr. Bolton has in his Boots 
and Shoes giving satisfaction is due to the fol- 
lowing reasons. They are made of the best 
materials and are equal to custom made in wear, 
and are equal in appearance, fit and comfort, to 
any offered in the market. This is certainly a 
strong array of reasons, and it will be seen 
that all tastes can be suited in the slightest de- 
tail. Special attention is given to makmg Boots 
and Shoes to measure and also to repairing of all 
"kinds. Mr. Bolton is well known in this vicin- 
ity and assures all callers fair and honest treat- 
ment. Give this store a trial and then go back 
to others If you find it not just as represented. 

L. R. Cloutier, Merchant Tailor, Bingham's 
Block, Orange, Mass. — Every intelligent 
man knows that it is not the bus- 
iness firm which makes the most ex- 
travagant claims, that may be depended up- 
on to afford the best possible service, and 
those familiar with the policy pursued by Mr. 



L. R. Cloutier need not be told that this gen- 
tleman pays more attention to performance 
than to promise. Xo trouble is spared to handle 
none but reliable goods, and a large and careful- 
ly selected stock is carried. While the exper- 
ience of the proprietor and his long establish- 
ed relations with producers and wholesalers, 
should certainly enable him to procure his 
articles on favorable terms and offer them at 
as low prices as can be quoted on goods of 
equal merit. But Mr. Cloutier prefers to let 
his customers decide for themselves whether 
such is the case or not, and contents himself 
with giving prompt and polite attention to 
callers, affording every opportunity to make an 
intelligent choice, and showing goods cheer- 
fully and freely to all who may wish to see 
them. Mr. L. R. Cloutier is a native of Can- 
ada, and began business operations in Orange, 
in September 1888. The premises occupied are 
located on South Main Street, in Bingham's 
Block, and contain a full assortment of Woolens, 
and fashionable suitings, which will be made 
up to order, in the latest and most fashionable 
style at the lowest market rates, quality of 
goods and work considered. 

A. L. Johnson, Dealer in Groceries, Grain 
and Provisions, Bingham's Block, Orange, 
:Mass.— Housekeeping has its drawbacks as 
well as advantages, as everybody knows, but 
many of the inconveniences and trials which 
are met with, can easily be avoided by a little 
discretion and good-management. One of the 
first things to attend to when commencing 
housekeeping, is to find a Grocery and Provis- 
ion dealer who is both enterprising and liberal, 
and who makes a practice of giving his pat- 
rons the full worth of their money. By taking 
this course, one is spared having to watch how 
each order is filled, and can depend upon hav- 
ing the table supplied with appetizing food at 
all times. Mr. A. L. Johnson has won an en- 
viable reputation since he succeeded Messrs. 
Cross & Robbins in 1887, and we have no hesi- 
tation in declaring that he is in a position to 
give as complete satisfaction to his customers 
as any retailer in Orange. The premises uti- 
lized by him are 20xG0 feet in dimensions and 
located in Bingham's Block. Choice Groceries, 
Grain and Provisions of all kinds are carried 
in stock, and ofiered at the lowest market rates, 
also Flour, Butter, Cheese, Eggs, etc., and all 
goods are guaranteed to prove just as represen- 
ted. Employment is given only to efficient and 
reliable assistants, and uniform cousideration 
is shown to every caller. Mr. Johnson is a na- 
tive of Hopkinton, Mass., and well-known 
among the enterprising business men of 
Orange. 

Enoch "Washburn, Dealer in Stoves, Stove 
Pipe, Tinware, Kitchen Furnishing Goods, 
etc., etc. ; Job Work Promptly Attended to; 
Orange, Mass. — The man who would undertake 
to name over all tlie stoves on the market, 
would have a long task before him, and would 
have need of a remarkable memoiy, for not 
only are there hundreds of different named 
stoves already, but the number is constantly 
being added to. There is no practical difference 



48 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ORANGE. 



in the construction of many of these, it is true, 
but on the other hand, certain styles do possess 
merits of their own which fit them especially 
for use under certain conditions. There 
is but one sure way of jjetting a stove express- 
ly adapted to the circumstances under which 
you propose to use it, and that is to call on a 
reputable and well-informed dealer, and put 
the case plainly before him. In such a case he 
will be able to furnish just what you want, and 
you will never regret having acted according 
to his advice. Mr. AVashburu handles stoves, 
ranges, etc., quite extensively, and is in a posi- 
tion to satisfactorily fill every order he may 
receive. He has been identified with his pres- 
ent business enterprise for over forty years, 
and is probably the oldest in this line of busi- 
ness in Orange. Premises covering an area of 
1500 feet are occupied, and stoves, stove-pipe, 
tinware, liitchen furnishing goods. 

Sit n.-'' 

W. H. Connor, Dealer in Baled Hay and 
Straw, also Trucking and Jobbing of all kinds. 
Opposite Depot, Orange, Mass. — Any one who 
would attempt to describe in detail within our 
necessarily narrow limits, such an establish- 
ment as that carried on by Mr. W. H. Connor 
opposite the Depot would be like a man trying 
to pour a quart of water into a pint measure ; 
he couldn't do it, and would only succeed in 
•wasting half the material he was trying to han- 
dle. Mr. Connor deals in many Staple Arti- 
cles, his stock being made up of Baled Hay, 
and Straw, and all kinds of Coal and Wood, 
and as he caters to all classes of trade, his busi- 
ness is constantly increasing. It is well-known 
in Orange and vicinity that this establishment 
is a very profitable place to visit, not only be- 
cause the stock is large and the prices low, but 
because careful attention is given to every or- 
der, and Coal is sold by the Ton or Carload. 
No misrepresentation is practiced and every 
article handled being fully guaranteed to prove 
all that is claimed for it. Tliis undertaking 
was founded about nineteen years ago by its 
present proprietor. In 1880 the present loca- 
tion was taken. At that time it was an un- 
sightly swamp partially overflowed. At a 
great expense he built a wall along the river 
and filled and graded the place until it would 
hardly be recognized. The improvement to the 
town cannot l)e estimated in dollars and cents. 
Mr. Connor is a native of Maine and is well- 
known in this vicinity being Chief Engineer of 
the Fire Department. He served in the army 
during the entire civil war. Has been a mem- 
ber of the Massachusetts Militia since 1885 and 
is First Lieutenant of Co. E., 2d Regiment. 
The premises utilized by him have a large 
storage capacity for Coal, Wood, Baled Hay, 
Straw, etc. Employment is given to eight 
assistants, and in addition to the extensive 
trade in Hay, Straw, Wood and Coal, 
Trucking and Jobbing of all kinds is done. Mr. 
Connor has proved himself familiar with his 
various lines of business, by the success which 
has attended his efforts since he began opera- 
tions. Ilistrade is steadily developing and is 
bound to do so, as long as liberal and honorable 
methods are appreciated by the general public. 



Frank I. Fay, Dealer in Watches, Clocks, 
Jewelry, Silver Ware, Spectacles and Eye 
Glasses, Orange. Mass. — One of the most at- 
tractive establishments that we have had the 
good fortune to come across in Orange is that 
now carried on by Mr. Frank I. Fay, who is a 
dealer in Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver 
Ware, Spectacles, Eye Glasses, etc., and his 
stock is of course bright and handsome but 
still it owes a good part of its attractive quali- 
ties to the taste and skill with which it is ar- 
ranged. Business was begun some thirty 
years ago by Mr. Jas. A. Horton, who was 
succeeded by the presont proprietor in 1882, 
and quita a large trade has been built up, for 
Mr. Fay is moderate in his prices, and the pub- 
lic have long since learned that articles bought 
at this establishment are sure to prove just as 
represented in every respect. Mr. Fay is a 
native of Williamstown, Vermont, and is well 
and favorably known throughout Orange 
and vicinity. Callers are given prompt and 
polite attention at all times, and goods are 
cheerfully shown and prices given. Mr. Fay 
offers a fine line of reliable Watches and Clocks, 
and quotes the very lowest market rates on the 
same. Every person should have a good time- 
piece and the opportunities for procuring an 
excellent one for but little money were never 
before so numerous as is now the case. A 
well-selected stock of Jewelry is always on 
hand and particular attention is called to the 
fashionable novelties offered in this depart- 
ment. Silver Ware is largely dealt in, and the 
assortment on hand comprises goods from the 
best makers ; Spectacles and Eye Glasses are to 
be foundou hand in all styles ; Clocks, Watches 
and Jewelry are repaired in the best manner 
possible, and warranted perfectly satisfactory 
in all respects, and in no one store in Orange, is 
more chance offered to secure 8»me genuine 
bargains. Intending purchaser would do well 
to bear in mind the splendid opportunities of- 
fered them. 



Frank J. Hause, Manufacturer of Fine 
Cigars, Special Brands made to order. No. 19, 
South Main Street, Orange, Mass. — The Cigar 
and Tobacco trade has become one of much im- 
portance as the labor of many hands are re- 
quired to meet the constantly increasing de- 
mand for these goods. A house engaged in 
the manufacture of Cigars, which have met 
with prompt appreciation and a ready sale, is 
that conducted by Mr. Frank J. Hause No. 21 
North Main Street, Orange, Mass. This busi- 
ness was first established by Messrs. Crafts <fc 
Hause, but since 1885 the present proprietor 
Mr. Hause has carried on the manufacture of 
Fine Cigars in a very successful manner. This 
is easilj' accounted for, as the articles pro- 
duced are hard to match as regards fineness 
and evenness of flavor, and are oftered at such 
prices as enable them to be retailed at a pop- 
ular figure. The premises occupied will meas- 
ure 1500 feet. Emploj^ment is given to 6 assist- 
ants. Both a wholesale and retail business is 
carried on. Special Brands of goods will be 
made to order at short notice and at moderate 
prices. 



r\ /^ X-^ 






/W?/c'"S'9'<^/c>v:^.'7^/®o c. V -^ ^ 



-.^ 



^^^ 



'^1 ..r-' 



''^f-.. ^ 



::.^ Hi^:' h 






^^Z^jltt isi I iw 









1*3^ 




Historical Sketch of Athol. 



The town of Athol was incorporated March 6, 1762, and took its name 
from James Murray, the second Duke of Athol, Lord Privy Seal of Scotland. 
The act creating the town presents no specific reason for its being set apart, but 
merely alleges that, ' ' Whereas it hath been represented to the Court that the 
inhabitants of the Plantation of Payquage in the County of Worcester, labour 
under great difficulties by reason of their not being incorporated into a town, 
and are desirous of being so incorporated : Be it, therefore, enacted by the 
Governor, Council and House of Eepresentatives. That the said plantation be 
and hereby is erected into a town by the name of Athol, bounded as follows." 
March 29, 1762, the first town meeting was called, and the first 
town clerk was John . Haven, he being chosen at a meeting held 
in 1763. Thirty years before that date the site of the future town 
was as yet in the undisputed possession of the savage animals and hardly less 
savage Indians native to New England, for it was not until 1735 that the original 
settlers had worked their way through the wilderness from Hatfield, thirty miles 
distant. The first winter after their arrival witnessed the birth of the first 
white child, this being Abraham Morton, ^hile the first female child was Mar- 
gery Morton, and was born in 1738. The valley of the Pequoiag was a favorite 
resort with the Indians, who stubbornly resisted the advance of the all-conquer- 
ing white men. The settlers were obliged to build several forts, chief among 
which was the one located on '' The Street" to the south of the upper village, 
another being located on what was then known as ''West Hill." The nights 
were passed in these shelters, and on the firing of the "great gun" all the resi- 
dents would hastily assemble at these block-houses at any time. Weapons were 



50 



HISTOBICAL SKETCH OF ATHOL. 



carried everywhere, on the roads, in the fields, in church — in fact during every 
waking moment, and even when sleep was indulged in, the old ''flint-lock " lay 
ready at hand to use at an instant's warning. Perhaps the most impressive 
statement that can be made in this connection is that the first minister of 
Pequoiag carried his weapons into the pulpit for three years in succession. 



My^i/2/P 




Athol in 1889. 

Such a discipline made the settlers as wary and cunning as the red men them- 
selves, and the result is that but one person was ever killed by the Indians in 
the town, the single victim being Ezekiel Wallingford, who lived on West Hill 
and perished August 17, 1746. 

At the time of the incorporation of Athol the Indians had been driven 
away, and peace reigned undisturbed until the outbreak of the Eevolution. 
The call for Minute men met with a jirompt and satisfactory response, and 
Athol well bore her part throughout the struggle, being represented at Cam- 
bridge, Eoxbury, Dorchester, York, Trenton, Ticonderoga, the Jersejs, Ehode 
Island, Bennington, Saratoga, Fort Edward and other historic fields. Nor did 
this patriotic spirit die out with the progress of years, for when Sumter was 
fired upon in '61 the old town realized the gravity of the situation at once, and 
at a meeting held a week afterward, 40 men were enlisted to fight for the cause 
of freedom. Leander W. Phelps was the first man to enlist, and be mustered 
into the service of the United States, he being one of the 16 who were with the 
Second Eegiment of Massachusetts Volunteers which left for the Potomac, July 
8, 1861. The ''war history" of Athol is replete with interest, and though 



HISTORICAL SKETCH OF ATHOL. 51 

space forbids our dwelling upon it, we can at least refer our readers to the book, 
'' Athol in the Suppression of the Eebellion," which gives an able and impartial 
account of the matter. 

Since the close of the Eebellion the town has made wonderful progress in 
manufacturing and mercantile affairs. Manufacturing has been largely carried 
on from a very early date, Miller's River and Mill Brook furnishing abundant 
water power, which was utilized as early as 1793 to run six saw mills, four grist 
mills, one fulling mill and a trip hammer. Important industries are largely 
carried on, including the manufacture of boots and shoes, furniture, the 
making of various textile fabrics and the production of household labor-saving 
machinery. 

Athol has a magnificent water-service, both for fire and domestic purposes, 
and the necessary plant of machinery is maintained at a very high standard of 
efficiency. Gas is also distributed throughout the town, which, indeed, is very 
well supplied with all modern conveniences, including what a favorite writer 
has called ''the true gauge of culture" — spacious and well-kept sidewalks. It 
is claimed that no other town in the state, of equal size, has as many miles of 
sidewalks as Athol, and certainly no expense has been spared in providing 
such. The roads and bridges are kept in first-class condition, and evidences of 
prosperity and thrift are to be seen on every side. The town has a beautiful 
and picturesque location, and from the summit of "Round Top" a most strik- 
ing and attractive view may be had. There are several lakes and ponds in the 
vicinity, and little is left to be desired, either from an artistic or hygienic 
standpoint. For these and for other reasons, the constantly increasing popula- 
tion of the town is only what might naturally be expected, and the most conser- 
vative observer may well feel Justified in predicting an exceptionally prosperous 
future for this typical New England community. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



OF 



ATHOL. 



Millers River National Bank, A. Hard- 
ing, President; W. D. Luey, Cashier; Athol, 
Mass. — The Millers River National Bank has 
long held a leading position among the sub- 
stantial financial institutions of Massachusetts, 
and the combination of enterprise and con- 
servatism, which characterizes its management, 
is highly appreciated by the manufacturers and 
merchants of Atliol, who in the future as in 
the past, can confidently depend upon the co- 
operation of tlie bank in their efforts to legiti- 
mately develop their business undertakings. Mr. 
Charles C. Bassett with others successfully es- 
lished the enterprise, they having worked hard 
to bring it about, their efforts being crowned 
with success in 1854, when Messrs. Charles C. 
Bassett, Isaac Stevens, Lewis Thorpe, their as- 
sociates and successors, were made a corpora- 
tion by the name of the Millers Kiver 
Bank, to be located in Depot Village, Athol. 
Business was begun September 12, 18.54, with 
a capital of .$100,000. The first President was 
John Boynton, the first Cashier being Merrick 
H. Ainsworth. The capital was increased to 
§1.50,000 in August, 1857, and March 1, 1805, 
the institution was re-organized under the na- 
tional banking laws, the capital remaining the 
same. Isaac Stevens was President and Al- 
pheus Harding, Jr., Cashier. The subsequent 
record of the bank is, of course, familiar to 
many of our Athol readers, and is oneot which 
the management have excellent reason to be 
proud, for during the " re-construction "' period 
following the war the financial institutions of 
the country had many delicate and important 
problems to solve, and the Millers Kiver Na- 
tional Bank showed patriotism as well as a 
thorough understanding of business principles 
in its methods of handling them. The surplus 
has steadily increased, and the bank is to-day 
unquestionably one of the soundest in New 
England. Mr. A. Harding is President, and 
Mr. W. D. Luey, Cashier, the Board of Direc- 
tors being constituted of tlie following repre- 
sentative business men : John G. Mudge, Geo. 
T. Johnson, liodney Hunt, Geo. AVhitnev, A. 
L. Newman, Geo. D. Bates, A. Harding, W. D. 
Luey, H. P. Stowell. 



Athol Savings Bank. Athol.— There is a 
very old saying to the effect that "you cannot 
eat your cake and have it too," and we com- 



mend the principle embodied in it to the care- 
ful consideration of all who wish to get ahead 
in the world. Many young men start out in 
practical business life with high hopes for the 
future, and confidently expect to be worth a 
fortune some day but not one in a hundred of 
them has any definite idea of where that for- 
tune is coming from, the prevailing impression 
seeming to be that a "fortunate speculation" 
or some other remote possibility is to bring it. 
Now, fortunate speculations have been made 
in the past and doubtless many more will be 
made in the future, but in order to take advan- 
tage of any opportunities that may offer, some 
capital is a necessity. The moral is plain. 
Save money. You may be getting small wages 
but in any event you can save something. A 
small sum deposited regularly every week will 
"count up" surprisingly in a few years with 
the aid of interest, and the task of putting it 
aside will soon become easy and even pleasur- 
able. A young man who is known to have 
saving habits will be given many more desira- 
ble openings in business than one who "spends 
as he goes,"' and it is simply nonsense to say 
that the only way to "enjoy life" is to live 
from hand to mouth continually. It is an 
honorable and a praiseworthy aim to desire ta 
amass a competence, and he who has an hon- 
orable aim in life enjoys existence far more 
than would otlierwise be the case. Since the 
incorporation of the Athol Savings Bank, in 
1807, an enormous amount of money has been 
received, invested, and every penny of it hon- 
orablj^ accounted for. No bank in the state 
has been more conscientiously and ably man- 
aged, and the residents of this section have 
excellent reason for the evident pride they 
take in the institution. Care is taken to avoid 
all unnecessary formalities in the transaction 
of business with depositors, and money can be 
paid in or withdrawn without delay at any 
time during business hours. A liberal rate of 
interest is allowed, and the best assurance that 
can be given of the safety of the principal, is 
that afforded by the standing of those having 
the institution in charge, the following being 
a list of the officers, etc. : President, John G. 
Mudge; vice-president, George T. Johnson; 
treasurer and clerk, Alpheus Harding; assist- 
ant treasurer, W. D. Luey; Board, Alpheus 
Harding, Solon W. Lee, James M. Lee, Lucien 
Lord, Henry E. Stowell. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



53 



Chas. H. Davis, Dealer in Rccal Estate, 
Piauos, Organs, and all kinds of Musical Mer- 
chandise ; Office and Warerooms are in Parmen- 
ter's Block, Main St., Athol, Mass. — Also a 
branch wareroom at West Gardner, Mass. To 
most men who have real estate to sell, the task 
of finding a purchaser is a most discouraging 
and dubious one, but to the dealer, who is con- 
stantly in contact with the buying and selling 
public, and thoroughly conversant with the 
opportunities and changes that are constantly 
transpiring in the towns about him, the task of 
bi'iuging the interests of seller and buyer to- 
gether becomes a simple one, and of almost 
every day occurrence. The very large business 
Mr. Davis has transacted within a few years 
in Orange and vicinity, affords ample evidence 
that those desiring his services will find their 
interests attended to with promptness and fidel- 
ity, for Mr. Davis enjoys a well earned reputa- 
tion for square dealing. His wareroom on 
Main street — well filled with a fine assortment 
of Pianos, Organs, and other instruments and 
Musical ]\[erchaudise, is oeitainly a compliment 
to the musical demands of the town. AVhile it 
has come to be the custom for most all families 
musically inclined to either own or i-ent a 
piano, yet, as a rule, but few people know but 
little of what constitutes a good instrument, 
and must to a certain extent depend upon the 
opinion of others, hence the value of the opin- 
ion of one competent to judge. Mr. Davis, al- 
though a young man, is old in experience, hav- 
ing served as organist and director of a choir 18 
years, — three years each in the Baptist and 
Universalist Churches of Orange, his native 
town, at the same time was director of the 
Choral Union there, three years at both Olivet 
and Grace Churches in Springfield, Mass. ; has 
had 11 years experience as salesman of Musical 
Instruments ; six j-ears of the time as head 
salesman for C. N. Stimpsou & Co., of Spring- 
field, Mass. Mr. Davis has brought with him 
from Springfield as assistant, the accomplished 
tenor singer and musician, Mr. AV. G. Chamber- 
lain, so that thus ably assisted , those desiring 
intelligent, courteous service in selecting qual- 
ity and real value in an instrument will do well 
to call upon these gentlemen ; some of the very 
finest pianos in the county were selected bj' 
Mr. Davis. 

John Rock, Lunch Room, Opposite Depot, 
Athol. Mass. — Prompt service is desirable in 
any establishment where food is furnished, but 
it is particularly so in a Lunch Room for most 
of those who eat lunches are in a hurry and 
cannot waste any time at all. That this fact is 
appreciated bj^ Mr. John Rock, proprieter of 
the Lunch Room opposite the Depot, must be 
evident to all who have visited that establish- 
ment since the present owner took charge, in 
April, 18S9, for callers are sure of receiving 
immediate and polite attention at all times. 
The Lunch offered is varied enough to admit 
of everybody's taste being suited, and is served 
peatly as well as promptly, while the prices 
are uniformly reasonable, so that satisfaction 
can confidently be guaranteed to every custo- 
jner. Mr. Rock carries a carefully chosen 
stock of Cigars and Tobacco, comprising the 



most popular brands and including both low 
and medium priced goods. His business is 
steadily developing, and will continue to if his 
efforts are appreciated as thoy deserve. 




Charles F. Dow, (Successor to J. B. Card- 
any) Dealer in Furniture, Crockery, Glassware 
and Silverware, Funeral Director and Furnish- 
er, Exchange Street, Athol, Mass.— In buying 
Furniture it is always well to remember, that 
durabilitj' is at least as important as appear- 
ance, and the only way to get durable as well 
as handsome goods is to patronize a dealer who 
not only guarantees his articles to prove as 
represented but whose guarantee is worth some- 
thing. Xo one can successfullv denv that 
Mr. Charles F. Dow ''fills the bill" in both 
these respects, for such a denial would need no 
stronger refutation than that afforded by the 
record of his business life. Mr. Dow is no 
strang'^r to this vicinity, Athol being his native 
town. During the past six years he has con- 
ducted a business at Orange quite similar to 
this in which he is now engaged. Mr. Dow came 
in possession of this present enterprise Aug. 1, 
1889 Succeeding Mr. J. B. Cardanj' who had 
conducted the busiuess here for more than a 
score of years. The premises now occupied 
are located on Exchange Street, and comprise 
2 floors and a basement, the dimensions of each 
being about 3G00 square feet. An immense 
stock is carried, made up of Furniture, Crock- 
ery, Glass and Silverware and House-furnish- 
ing Goods in general, and the latest novelties, 
as well as a full line of staple articles are al- 
ways to be had at the lowest market rates. Mr. 
Dow is a furnishing L^ndertaker and is prepared 
to supply Caskets, Coffins or Funeral Goods 
of any description at moderate rates. Employ- 
ment is given to 2 assistants, and every order is 
assured prompt and painstaking attention. Mr. 
H. C. Dunton a native of Phillipston, Mass., 
has been connected with the business under Sir. 
Cardany for several years and is retained by 
Mr. Dow as assistant, his experience in the 
Undertaking branch being of special value. 



54 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



Bennett & VanValkenburg, Manufac- 
turers of Cotton Warps and Yarns, Athol, 
Mass. — The cotton warps and yarns manufac- 
tured by Messrs. Bennett & VanValkenburg 
have an extremely high reputation among 
competent judges, being conceded to be unsur- 
passed by any in the market, and indeed it 
would be strange if this firm were not able to 
produce goods equal to the best, for they oper- 
ate one of the best-equipped factories in this 
section of the state, and certainly do not lack 
practical experience, Mr. VanValkenburg hav- 
ing been identified with the mill of which he 
is now part owner ever since 1865, in the capac- 
ities of overseer, superintendent, etc. Mr. 
A. G. Bennett resides in Springfield, and Mr. L. 
S. VanValkenburg is a native and a resident of 
Athol. The business was founded in 1865 by 
Waterman A. Fisher, who was succeeded in 
1882 by the Athol Mill Company, Mr. R. L. 
Jones assuming control in 1884 and the existing 
firm being formed in Dec. 1888. The mill is locat- 
ed on River street, and comprises a main building 
containing 2 floors and measuring 34x117 feet, 
and an ell of the dimensions of 34x40 feet, this 
also having 2 floors. Employment is given to 
35 assistants, and the heaviest orders can be 
filled at very short notice. 

J. Wesley Goodman, Manufacturer of 
Billiard Table Frames, Rosewood, Grecian, 
Fancy Inlaid and Plain Veneered Legs for 
Pianos and Billiard Tables, and General Agent 
for Samuel May's Steel Combination Cushions ; 
Athol, Mass. — Doubtless many of our readers 
have often used a billiard table, but probably 
very few of them have any idea of the experi- 
ence and skill essential to the attainment of 
the necessary accuracy in the construction of 
such tables, for they must be very nicely and 
strongly made in order to be of any use what- 
ever. Mr. J. Weslej'^ Goodman has carried on 
the manufacture of billiard table frames in 
this town since 1880. This business was first 
established at North Dana, Mass., in July, 1845, 
by Warren Hale and Dr. Allen Goodman, father 
of the present proprietor, under the firm-name 
of Hale & Goodman. In 1861 the son, J. 
Wesley Goodman, entered the firm and in 1876 
bought out the entire business and in 1880 
moved the plant to its present site, where he 
has built up a large business, his productions 
holding a prominent place in the market and 
being used by some of the leading billiard 
table makers. Much of the work from this fac- 
tory has been shipped to California and the 
Pacific slops. Mr. Goodman was born in 
Dana, Mass., and gives careful personal super- 
vision to the details of his business, thus assur- 
ing a continuance of the high standard hitherto 
attained. The factory is 40 x 150 feet in dimen- 
sions, and employment is given to 20 assistants, 
orders being filled at short notice and at uni- 
formly moderate rates. Rosewood, Grecian, 
fancy inlaid and plain veneered legs for billiard 
tables and pianos are extensively manufactured, 
many beautiful and novel designs being pro- 
duced. Mr. Goodman is General Agent for 
Samuel May's Steel Combination Cushions, and 
is prepared to furnish them in any desired 
quantities at the lowest market rates- 



Wallace Lord, Miller and Dealer in Grain, 
Meal, Feed and Poultry Supplies. Freedom 
street, Athol, Mass. — Grain, meal and feed 
rank with those staple products which of ne- 
cessity must always be in active demand, and 
the amount of capital invested in the manufac- 
ture and handling of these commodities is so 
large as to give this branch of trade a promi- 
nent and leading position among the represen- 
tative industries of the country. Athol is not 
at all behind her sister towns in the facilities 
at hand to supply the demands of consumers, 
there being a first-class, well-equipped estab- 
lishment here that has grown up with the 
town, and has a proud record in its history. 
The enterprise of which Mr. Wallace Lord is 
now the proprietor, was established over one 
hundred years ago by Mr. Kendall near the 
present site of Mr. Leonard's barber shop and 
afterwards removed by the same owner to its 
present location. The business afterwards 
passed into Mr. Richardson's possession and 
then into Mr. Ethan Lord's hands who contin- 
ued the business for over fifty years. His son 
Mr. Wallace Lord assumed the proprietorship 
the early part of 1889 and it is safe to say that 
the honorable business record for square deal- 
ing, and efforts to accommodate the public 
will be well sustained by Mr. Lord. The mill 
is well equipped with three runs of stones and 
a corn cracker. Grain, meal, feed and poultry 
supplies are largely dealt in, and the lowest 
market rates are at all times quoted. Prompt 
and accurate filling of every order and satisfac- 
tion guaranteed is the pledge of thejproprietor. 



A. E. Albee, Photographic Studio, 45 Ex- 
change St., Athol, Mass. — There is an immense 
and constantly increasing demand for really 
artistic photograph work, and therefore al- 
though the number of photographers is rapidly 
becoming larger, there is really no danger of 
the field being overcrowded for in this profes- 
sion as in that of the law, "there is always 
room at the top," to use the words of Daniel 
Webster when he was estimating the chances 
for legal practitioners. An illustrationjof the 
truth of this principle is afforded by the suc- 
cess won by Mr. A. E. Albee since he began 
operations here in 1888, for this gentleman has 
already built up a large patronage and it is 
still steadily growing in magnitude. He is a 
native of Hopkinton, Mass., and is a thorough- 
ly competent photographer in every sense of 
the word, being prepared to carry on photo- 
graphy in all its branches and to attain results 
equal to the best. His studio is located at No. 
45 Exchange street, and was at one time occu- 
pied by Mr G. W. Moore, who was succeeded 
in 1886 by Mr. A. B. Harlow the present pro- 
prietor assuming control two years later. The 
studio is fitted-up with the latest improved 
apparatus and accessories, and Mr. Albee is in 
a position to fill all orders at short notice and 
at moderate rates. Personal attention is given 
to every sitter, and no pains is spared to com- 
pletely satisfy the most critical, extra sittings 
being given free of charge should the first not 
prove entirely satisfactory. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 




Harding R. Barber, Mauufacturor of 
Fine Harnesses, Trunks, Traveling Bags, 
Robes, Whips and Horse Clothing, ]Main Street, 
Athol, Mass. — Carriage driving is one of the 
safest as well as one of the most agreeable and 
healthful of recreations when enjoyed under 
proper conditions, but serious and even fatal 
accidents do occur occasionally, and moi'e of- 
ten than not the cause of such, or at least the 
consequence, may be traced to the use of de- 
fective harness. The breaking of a "hold- 
back"' strap when going down hill, the parting 
of a "trace" when the horse plunges forward 
or the carriage reaches a sudden rise, the giv- 
ing way of a "rein" when the animal is being 
suddenly checked — all these have caused dam- 
age and death, and any of them may happen 
when inferior harness is used. The moral is 
obvious, — don't give up driving, but do be sure 
and use honestly and skilfully made harness. 
Such is to be had right here in this town, and 
at moderate prices too, for Mr. Harding R. Bar- 
ber, doing business at Xo. 10(i Main Street, 
manufactures and sells Fine Harness of every 
description and quotes prices as low as can be 
named in connection with carefully chosen 
stock and first-class workmanship. He is a 
native of Warwick, Mass., and has conducted 
his present business in this town for a full 
score of years. He served in the army during 
the Rebellion, and has a very large circle of 
friends throughout this section. The store is 
25x50 feet in dimensions and contains a large 
and desirable stock of Harness, Whips, Robes 
and Horse Clothing together with Trunks, 
Traveling Bags, and other Leather Goods, all 
of which are guaranteed to prove a.s represent- 
ed and are oftered at moderate prices. A well- 
appointed workshop 25 feet square is utilized, 
employment being given to 4 competent assist- 
ants and custom work and repairing being as- 
sured prompt and painstaking attention. 

Solon W. XjOe, Wholesale and Retail Dealer 
in All Kinds of Lumber and Building Material. 
Office and Yard 0pp. Jtoulton's Grain Store, 
South St., Athol, Mass.— A good deal of building 
is going on all the time in Athol and vicinity, 
for this is a growing section of the state and is 
rapidly gaining in wealth and influence. As a 
consequence. Building material is in active de- 
mand, and a very extensive business is done by 
Mr. Solon W. Lee, who deals in Lumber and 
Building material both at wholesale and retail, 
and carries a heavy and varied stock at all 
times. Mr. Lee was born in Athol and is a 



prominent citi/en of the town. 
He was formerly connected 
with the Board of Selectmen 
and is now a member of the 
Board of Investment of the 
Athol Savings Bank. 'J'lie 
premises utilized, are located 
opposite ^Foulton's Grain 
Store, on South Street, and 
are very spacious, comprising 
a large yard and various build- 
ings of different sizes. Em- 
ployment is given to 2 compe- 
tent assistants, and large or 
small orders, left at the Otfii-e 
oratM. Lee"s residence in the upper village, are 
assured prompt and painstaking attention. The 
lowest market rates are quoted, and the busi- 
ness is steadily and rapidly increasing. 

James M. Lee, Livery, Feed and Exchange 
Stable, Main Street, Athol, Mass. — It is per- 
fectly safe to assume that Mr. James M. Lee 
knows something about horses, and also that 
he is pretty well acquainted with the details of 
carrying on an efficient Livery service, for he 
is the oldest stable keeper in town, having con- 
ducted his present business since 1845. Mr. 
Lee was born in Athol, Mass., and of course is 
almost universally known in Athol and vicin- 
ity. He has served as Road Commissioner and 
as Assessor, and does an extensive Livery, 
Boarding, Feed and Exchange business, be- 
sides considerable Trucking. The premises 
occupied are very spacious, and comprise a 
large carriage house and ample stable accom- 
modations, there being 18 horses available, to- 
gether with many vehicles of various kinds. 
Employment is given to 3 competent assist- 
ants, and no small part of the high reputation 
the establishment has held so long is due to 
the care taken to keep the carriages, har- 
nesses, etc., devoted to Livery purposes , in 
first-class condition at all times. Mr. Lee is 
prepared to furnish single or double teams at 
short notice, and the facilities he offers are in 
great demand, for the roads, scenery, etc., in 
the vicinity of Athol make driving a decided 
pleasure, and his terms are moderate enough 
to suit the most economically disposed. Horses 
will be boarded permanently or transiently at 
very reasonable rates, and are assured com- 
fortable accommodations and an abundance of 
suitable food. Orders for Trucking are given 
prompt and satisfactory attention, this branch 
of the business being a decided accommodation 
to local manufacturers and merchants. 

G. "W. Woodward, Dealer in Doors, Sash 
and Blinds. Opposite railroad station. South 
street, Athol Depot, Mass. — The Doors, Sash 
and Blinds used in a house, have so much to do 
with its appearance and utility, that it is a very 
fortunate thing that machinery should have 
reduced the cost of these articles to a point but 
little above the bare cost of the stock alone at 
retail, for it allows many a man to have a home 
of his own who would otherwise have to con- 
tent himself with hired lodgings. There are 
many regular styles on the market, but in order 
to choose from a large and varied stock, and to 



56 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



be sure of getting the lowest market rates, it 
is only necessary to visit the establishment 
located on South street, opposite the depot, and 
owned by Mr, G. W. Woodward. The premises 
utilized comprise two floors of the dimensions 
of 20x24 feet, and every caller may safely 
depend upon receiving prompt and polite atten- 
tion. Mr. Woodward was born in Orange, and 
has long been prominent in town and business 
affairs. He was formerly a member of the 
Board of Selectmen, and has been Constable 
14 years. He enjoys the most favorable rela- 
tions with manufacturers, and is prepared to 
fill every order at short notice and to quote the 
very lowest market rates iu every instance. 

Ftank G. Lord, Boots, Shoes and Rubbers, 
Athol, Mass. — "Lord's Parlor Shoe Store" is 
one of those uncommon establishments which 
are spoken well of bj^ all familiar with them, 
and should any of our readers be tempted by 
curiosity to visit the store in question in order 
to see what a "Parlor Shoe Store" is like any- 
way, we have no doubt but that the result will 
be more steady customers, for Mr. Lord, as he 
offers such inducements to patrons and treats 
his callers so liberally and honorably that they 
are pretty sure to come again when anything 
further in the line of foot-wear is wanted. The 
proprietor is a native of this town and is very 
widely and favorably known here, having at 
one time served on the School Committee, and 
possessing a large circle of friends in Athol and 
vicinity. He has been identified with his pres- 
ent establishment since 1887 and has good rea- 
son to be gratified with the support that has 
been accorded it. although it is but the legiti- 
mate result of his successful eftbrts to serve 
the public to the best advantage. The premi- 
ses have an area of 600 square feet, are located 
at No. 124 Main Street, and contain an exten- 
sive stock of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers of every 
description. Honest goods only are handled, 
and the prices quoted are as low as the lowest, 
quality considered. 

Henry Arsenault & Co. Druggists, Main St. 
Athol, 5lass. — The Pharmacy conducted by 
Henry Arsenault on Main Street, was estab- 
lished some years ago. Mr. Henry Arsenault 
being a native of Canada. Premises having an 
area of 1400 sqtiare feet are occupied, and are 
fitted-up in the most convenient and complete 
manner, especial attention having been given to 
the facilities for accommodating the Prescrip- 
tion trade, which is one of the most important 
and popular departments of the business. The 
stock of Drugs, Medicines, Chemicals, etc., is 
deserving of particular and favorable mention, 
as it comprises a full selection of such com- 
modities, obtained for the most reputable deal- 
ers, and the articles composing it may there- 
fore be safely depended upon for freshness 
and purity. Prescriptions are compounded 
with the most scrupulous care and accuracj^ at 
short notice and at moderate rates. Toilet Ar- 
ticles, Stationer}', Confectionery, Cigars, Tobac- 
co, etc., are dealt in largely, as the goods are 
uniformly desirable and the prices are strictly 
in accord with the lowest market rates on arti- 
cles of equal merit. , 



Edwin EUis & Son, Manufacturers of 
and Dealers in Window Sash and Blinds ; Water 
street, Athol, Mass. — A very interesting exam- 
I pie of what machinery can do is afforded by a 
visit to the sash and blind factory located on 
Water St., and conducted under the firm-name 
of Edwin Ellis & Son. The premises utilized 
are very spacious, comprisirg a main shop two 
stories and a basement in height, and 35 x 70 
feet in dimensions, and a recent addition con- 
taining 3 stories and measuring 35x55 feet. 
There is also an engine-house and out-buildings, 
sheds, etc., for storage purposes, for the firm 
carry a heavy stock both of "raw material" and 
finished work, and are prepared to fill the most 
extensive orders without delay. The factory is 
fitted up with a complete plant of improved 
machinery, which is run both by steam and 
water-power; there being a 50-horse engine and 
a 25-horse water-wheel available. Employment 
is given to from 40 to 50 men and as may well 
be imagined, the total annual production 
reaches a verj'^ large figure. Both a wholesale 
and retail business is done, and the superior 
facilities enjoyed enable the firm to easily meet 
all competition, both as regards the quality and 
the price of their product. Operations were 
begun about 36 years ago, and for some years 
Mr. Edwin Ellis was sole proprietor, the exist- 
ing firm-name having been adopted in 1888. 
The senior partner died the same year, but no 
change has been made in the style under which 
operations are carried on, Mr. E. W. Ellis con- 
tinuing the business. He is a native of this 
town, and although but a young man, has 
developed excellent business qualities, and has 
been very successful in maintaining the high 
reputation of the establishment under his 
charge, sparing no pains to satisfy all. 

C. H. Tyler, Dealer in Groceries and Pro- 
visions, Main Street .Athol, Mass. — Considering 
that the business conducted by Mr. C. H. Ty- 
ler was founded more than 35 years ago, it Is 
not surprising that the establishment should 
long have occupied a leading and representa- 
tative position, and it is but fair to say 
that it was never more thoroughly 
worthy of liberal patronage than it is at the 
present day, for Mr. Tj'ler spares no pains to 
satisfy his customers, and oflers thoroughly 
dependable goods at the lowest market rates. 
The enterprise was inaugurated in 1853, the 
establishment being known then as the "L^nion 
Store", and in 1856 it passed into the possession 
of Mr. P. C. Tyler, the firm of P. C. & C. H. 
Tyler being formed in 1865 and continuing un- 
til 1877, when the present proprietor assumed 
sole control. He is a native of Hinsdale, N. H., 
and served a year in the army during the Re- 
bellion. The premises utilized are 25x80 feet 
in dimensions, and the stock on hand is as 
large as it is carefully selected and desirable, 
being made up of choice Staple and Fancy 
Groceries, Teas, Coffees, Spices, Dairy Butter 
and Cheese, Flour, Grain and Feed, Lime, Ce- 
ment, Paints, Oils, Crockery, etc., and many 
other articles too numerous to mention. Em- 
ployment is given to 2 competent and polite as- 
sistants, and customers are assured prompt and 
courteous service as well as being supplied 
with high-grade goods at moderate rates. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



57 




L. S. Starrett, Manufacturer of Fine Tools 
for Mechanics ; Atliol, Mass. — "A good worli- 
man is known by his tools," and such tools as 
are made by Mr. L. S. Starrett will go far to 
make good work easy, for the j' are of the nicest 
accuracy, combine efficiency, varied utility and 
simplicity to an exceptional degree, and not a 
"catch-penny*' appliance can be found on the 
entire list, for Mr. Starrett manufactures no 
tool that is not of genuine utility or is intended 
to sell on the reputation of a superior article 
made by a competitor. He is a native of this 
state, and is the inventor of most of the articles 
he manufactures, holding patents on them in 
this country and Europe, for his trade extends 
all over the world and the name of L. S. Star- 
rett stamped on a tool is accepted as positive 
■evidence of its superiority, abroad as well as at 
home. He came from Xewburyport to Athol 
in 1868, at which time he established the Athol 
Machine Co., to manufacture several paten- 
ted inventions, of which company he was agent 
and superintendent for several years. He 
began business on his own account in 1880, and 
his business has continuallj^ increased until at 
present he owns and occupies a factory com- 
prising 4 stories and a basement of the dimen- 
sions of 4r)x 75 feet with one of the finest water 
privileges on Millers River, employment being 
given to 40 assistants and a great variety of 
fine tools being made, any of which will be 
sent to towns where the hardware trade do not 
handle them, on receipt of list price, no charge 
being made for transportation. Space forbids 
even a mention of each of these valuable appli- 
ances, but we maj' call special attention to a 
few of the latest of them, such as the micro- 
meter caliper square, speeded screw micrometer, 
universal bevel protractor, hardened edge solid 
steel square, new extension dividers, and a set 
of improved trammels. Mr. Starrett has 
bought out the Fay Patent and Yankee Cali- 
pers and Dividers, including the entire plant 
for their manufacture, and is now making the 
most desirable and the largest line of such goods 
in this country. The quick-adjusting spring 
nut recently perfected by him, is conceded to 
be the best thing of the kind ever devised and 
is one of those articles which must truly "be 
seen to be appreciated."' The mechanical con- 
struction of his productions is as perfect as the 



use of the most accurate machinery, the finest 
selected stock and the emploj'ment of skilled 
labor can make it, and the prices quoted are so 
low as to give the phrase "the best is the 
cheapest" a new meaning. To avoid imposition, 
see that tools sold as of L. S. Starrett's manu- 
facture have his name stamped or engraved on 
them, for all made by him are so marked as a 
protection alike to his customers and himself. 

S. N. PoUansbee, Jeweler and Optician, 
111 Main street, Athol, Mass. — The business 
conducted by Mr. S. N. Follansbee, at No. Ill 
Main street, was established by Mr. C. A. Cook 
and came into the possession of the present 
proprietor in 1883. Mr. Follansbee was born 
in Leominster, Mass., and had been engaged in 
a similar line of business for some time previous 
to assuming control of his present establish- 
ment, making a specialty of repairing. The 
store is 25x60 feet in dimensions and contains 
a valuable and extremely attractive stock, 
comprising jewelry, watches, optical goods, 
etc., as well as a fine assortment of fashionable 
stationery, leading specialties in the latter 
department being Whiting's note paper and 
Shearer's Lenox linen. Mr. Follansbee offers 
many desirable novelties in jewelry, and those 
in search of an engagement ring of a novel and 
appropriate design, or of some other article 
suitable for a gift, should by all means call at 
No. Ill Main street, for the styles are many 
and the prices are low. It is a compliment to 
the home trade of Athol and viciuity that an 
establishment such as Mr. Follansbee has fitted 
up for his optical work finds so good a support. 
He has a full set of oculists' test lenses and a 
room fitted up for the special purpose of testing 
the eyes and fitting the glasses in a scientific 
manner. Spectacles and ej'e-glasses of all 
grades and prices are obtainable at very low 
prices quality considered. Occulist's prescrip- 
tions are promptly filled ; in short, all the goods 
dealt in are not only guaranteed to prove as 
represented but are off'ered at prices as low as 
the lowest. 



58 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 




others who wish specialties in "Wood Turn- 
ing would do well to send a sample to Mr. 
Brewer, let him know the quantity wanted, 
and obtain his estimate on the job. The 
shop is equipped with improved machinery, 
and Band Sawing is done to order in a thor- 
oughly satisfactory manner. House Finish 
r" 115 ^fe-"*-^^ is manufactured to a considerable extent, 
V _^'->- ^^"^^ and uniformly moderate rates are quoted in 



r; ^^P^O <~ , r In f JU! lii j^-,'-- _ fr^ every department of the business. 
^^^r'J^^^^ 'i2TL-^--_^ Dr. Charles E.Smith,Dentist,: 



Goddard & Manning, Upright Piano Ca^e 
3Ianufacturers, Athol, Mass.— The remarkable 
popularity of Upright Pianos has resulted in 
the building up of an immense trade in this 
special style of instrument, and as very few 
piano manufacturers make their own cases, 
many extensive factories are devoted exclu- 
sively to the production of this highly impor- 
tant portion. One of the best-equipped and 
best-known of these establishments is that 
conducted by Messrs. Goddard & Manning, and 
the character of the product is in full accord 
with the perfection of the equipment, no better 
cases being manufactured in this country, as 
the consumers themselves testify. The firm is 
constituted of Messrs. H. S. Goddard and Rob- 
ert Manning, the former being a native of 
Eoyalston, Mass., and the latter of Germany. 



Lee's B'k, 
Athol, Mass. — Even under the most favor- 
able circumstances a visit to the dentist's is not 
exactly an enjoyable occasion to the average 
person, and the feeling of uneasiness then ex- 
perienced is sure to be materially increased by 
any doubt of the entire competency of the 
practitioner whose services are to be availed of. 
We, therefore, take especial pleasure in calling 
the attention of our readers to the facilities of- 
fered by Dr. Charles E. Smith, for we know 
this gentleman to be entirely familiar with the 
theory and practice of his profession, and what 
is of almost equal importance, we know him to 
be a gentle as well as a skilful operator, so that 
patients are assured considerate treatment, and 
are spared all unnecessary pain. Dr. Smith 
has the latest improved tools and appliances at 
his command, his rooms in Lee's Block being 
the old established office of Dr. J. J. Coxster — 



Both these gentlemen are thoroughly familiar I very conveniently fitted up, and the comfort of 
with the various details of the business, and """ ^" ' ^"-"*.-i „*^„-^:„_ 

the unsurpassed reputation held by their pro- 
ductions is in no small degree due to the close 
personal attention given to the supervision of 
the many processes incidental to their manu- 
facture. Carefully selected stock is used, 
skilled labor is employed, and the most accu- 
rate and efficient machinery is utilized through- 
out the works. The main factory is 2 stories 
in height, and 40 x 103 feet in dimensions, and 
there is a 2-story addition measuring 45 x 85 
feet. Both steam and water-power are used, a 
45 horse engine being employed. The average 
production is 3 dozen cases per week, and to 
attain this result employment is given to 35 
assistants. Orders are promptly and carefully 
filled, and as the lowest market rates are quoted 
the business is steadily and rapidly developing. 
The relations of the firm to Piano Manufactur- 
ers are such that they can furnish first-class 
pianos at prices that defy competition. 



G. S. Brewer, Variety Wood Turner, Athol, 
Mass. — It would be useless to attempt to name 
all the articles produced at the establishment 
carried on by Mr. G. S. Brewer, on Main st., 
for the simple reason that a complete list 
would exhaust our available space several 
times over, as this gentleman does Variety 
Wood Turning in general, and is prepared to 
furnish anj^thing in that line at short notice, 
and at the lowest market rates. He is a native 
of Petersham, Mass., and began operations 
here in 1873, since which time he has built up 
a large business, and established an enviable 
reputation for accuracy and promptness in fill- 
ing orders. Much of the work is done under 
contract, but every order is assured prompt 
and careful attention, and manufacturers and 



patrons being given careful attention. He is a 
native of Nashua, N. H., a graduate of the 
University of Pennsylvania, and has practiced 
his profession in Athol since 1888, during which 
time he has established an excellent reputation 
among the residents of this vicinity. All work 
is done in accordance Avith the most approved 
modern methods, and we can confidently guar- 
antee it to give entire satisfaction, while the 
charges are uniformly moderate, being as low 
as is consistent with the attainment of the best 
results. 

L. A. Smith, Merchant Tailor, Athol, Mass. 
— Although it is absurd to expect to get a 
first-class article at a third-class price, still it 
is not to be successfully denied that a material 
saving may be made by exercising intelligent 
discrimination in the placing of orders, for 
some dealers having an established reputation 
make a practice of charging "extra for the 
name," as the saying is, while others of equally 
good repute merely wish a fair margin of 
profit on their sales. Prominent among the lat- 
ter class in this vicinity is Mr. L. A. Smith, 
doing business in Lord's Block, and as this gen- 
tleman does an extensive Merchant Tailoring 
business, and is prepared to furnish strictly 
high-grade garments at moderate rates, we 
take pleasure in calling the attention of our 
readers to the inducements he oft'ers, being con- 
vinced that his work will satisfy the most fas- 
tidious, and knowing that his prices are in- 
variably reasonable and fair. Mr. Smith is a 
native of Koyalston, Mass., and has carried on 
his present establishment for nearly a score of 
years, he having in 1870 succeeded Mr. W. A. 
Collar, who had conducted it since 1869. A 
fine assortment of seasonable fabrics of Foreign 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



59- 



and Domestic raanufactxire is always at hand 
to choose from, the latest novelties being rep- 
resented, and a sufficient variety being offered 
to admit of all tastes being suited. Employment 
is given to 4 competent assistants, and orders 
can be filled at short notice, perfection of fit, 
durability of trimming, and honesty of work- 
manship being guaranteed in every instance. 

J. A. Holton, Dealer in Boots, Shoes and 
Rubbers, Union Block' Athol, Mass. — Mr. J. A. 
Holton has been engaged in his present line of 
business for about 19 years, and it is an open 
secret among those familiar with the retail es- 
tablishments located in Athol and vicinity that 
his store is one of the most desirable to visit 
when anything in the line of foot-wear is wan- 
ted. The premises occupied, are 20x40 feet in di- 
mensions, are located in Union Block, a portion 
of the store being utilized by Mr. G. W. Rickey 
for the sale of Jewelry etc. Ample room remains 
however for the accommodation of a carefully 
chosen assortment of Boots, Shoes, Rubbers and 
Slippers, and this stock is exceptionally 
"clean," to use a trade term, or in other words is 
made up of fresh, seasonable and reliable goods, 
for Mr. Holton is a careful buyer, knows what 
style will suit the public and consequently ac- 
cumulates no unsaleable goods. He quotes the 
lowest market rates and spares no pains to 
satisfy every customer, guaranteeing every 
article sold to prove as represented. Repair- 
ing is given prompt and skilful attention and 
will be (lone in the most neat and durable man- 
ner at a moderate price. Mr. Houlton also 
deals in Guns, Cartridges and Fishing Tackle 
and can equip the most fastidious sportsman 
with the latest and most improved articles in 
the market and at very low rates. 

Willard Hager, Furnishing Undertaker 
and practical Embalmer. opposite Fay Brothers' 
store, Athol Centre, Mass. — Although good 
sense forbids there being too much stress put 
on the thought of death under ordinary circum- 
stances, still it is but the part of common pru- 
dence to be prepared to act with promptness 
and decision in any emergency, and therefore 
we feel that the information we propose to sup- 
ply concerning the establishment conducted by 
Mr. Willard Hager, opposite the store of Messrs. 
Fry & Fay, will be neither out of place nor 
neglected. Mr. Hager is a native of New 
Salem, Mass., and is well and favorably known 
throughout Athol and vicinity. The premises 
are convenientlv and appropriately fitted up for 
the purposes for which they are used, and con- 
tain a complete and tastefully choseb assort- 
tment of coffins, caskets, robes and funeral 
goods in general. Orders are attended to 
without delay and no pains are spared to furnish 
the most adequate and satisfactory service. Mr. 
Hager is prepared to assume the entire charge 
of funerals and to supply everything required 
at equitable rates. Embalming is carefully 
done in accordance with the most approved 
methods, every necessary facility being at 
hand, and the charges for this and other services 
incidental to the undertaking professsion are i 
uniformly moderate. 



Mountain & Pribble, House Painters, 
Athol. — Some people never learn how to prac- 
tice true economy, their only idea of saving 
being to spend as little as possible, without 
apparently considering that a dollar spent to- 
day in the right way may be the means of sav- 
ing ten dollars at some future time. Take for 
instance the subject of house-painting. A 
house kept well painted will look better, last 
longer and bring a higher price than one that 
is allowed to remain uncared for, and yet there 
are people who say they "cannot afford it," 
"waste of money," etc., when asked why they 
don't have their houses painted. As a matter 
of fact, they can't afford not to, but they don't 
see, and then wonder why their property 
degenerates so fast. A common-sized house 
can be painted thoroughly and skilfully for a 
moderate sum, and we know of no firm better 
qualified to undertake such a job than Messrs. 
Mountain & Pribble of this town. They have 
every facility for doing such work, they use 
honest stock and quote low i^rices ; and if you 
want your house painted in a strictly first-class 
and durable manner at short notice, you should 
certainlj^ favor them with your order. Mr. 
Mountain is a native of England, and has had 
about 2.") years experience in the business. Mr. 
Pribble is a native of Athol and has liad about 
15 years experience, from which it will be seen 
that the firm are not in the least "fresh" at the 
business. Thej' have been doing business 
under this firm-name for about two years. Cal- 
comining and white-washing, ceiling decorat- 
ing and paper-hanging done in a first-class 
manner. Inside and outside painting of all 
descriptions are attended to by this firm, who 
employ from six to ten men. 



V. L. Graves, Livery and Boarding Stable, 
on the Island, Athol, Mass. — The familiar jingle, 
"all work and no joy makes Jack a dull boy" is 
one that has reason as well as rhyme in it, and 
the principle it suggests is especially worthy 
of the attention of those who find themselves 
in less sound health than they could wish, for 
there are better remedies than drugs, if you 
only know where to find them, and among the 
best of these are fresh air and out-door recrea- 
tion. There is a combination of excitement 
and exercise obtained when driving a good 
horse, which is one of the surest cures for the 
"blues" and for any languid feelings, that has 
ever been discovered, and should any of our 
readers feel "under the weather" without 
knowing exactly why, the best advice we can 
give them is to hire a good team and take a 
good spin on the road. A most excellent place 
at which to hire a good horse and a stylish, 
easy carriage, is the stable of which Mr. 
Graves is the proprietor, for there are some 
very desirable turnouts here and they will be 
furnished at short notice, and at very low rates. 
Mr. Graves is a native of Lyndon, Vt., and has 
carried on this stable since the first of the cur- 
rent year. He spares no pains to satisfy his 
customers, and will take horses to board at a 
moderate price, guaranteeing them comfortable 
accommodations and suitable care, as well as 
an abundance of proper food. 



60 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 




'TX 



Athol Pump Co. Manufacturers of Patent 
Iron and Copper, Suction and Force Pumps, 
Athol, Mass. — The business conducted by the 
Athol Pump Company has been carried on over 

a quarter of 
a century, 
operation s 
having been 
begun bv ]VIr. 
A. F. Fletch- 
er in 1802. 
This gentle- 
man is a na- 
tive of Athol, 
and is the 
inventor of 
the Patent 
Iron and 
Copper Suc- 
t i o n and 
Force Pumps 
made by the 
C o m 1) a n y , 
which began 
operations in 
1878 and 
with which 
he is promi- 
nently identi- 
fied. T h e 
premises uti- 
lized in the 
ma nuf acture 
of these ap- 
p 1 i a n c e s 
comprise one 
floor and a 
basement of 
the dimen- 
sions of 24x 
42 feet, and 
are equipped 
with all nec- 
essary facil- 
ities to en- 
able orders 
to be filled 
with the 
p romptness 
and accuracy 
for which 
the company 
have long 
been noted. 
Among the 
most prominent styles manufactured may be 
mentioned Improved Copper Pumps with Nick- 
el plated handles and Steel Bolts, Air Chamber 
Pumps, Patent Improved Pitcher Spout Pumps, 
Patent Improved Copper Force Pumps, Leon 
Force Pumps and Deep Well Iron Force Pumps. 
It will be seen that Pumps can be supplied to 
suit any conditions, for shallow or deep, in-door 
or out-door wells, and we may add that the 
companj-"s productions are unsurpassed for ef- 
ficiency, ease of working and durability, they 
being simply and strongly made from the best 
materials. Low prices are <iuoted, and every 
order whether large or small, is assured imme- 
diate and painstaking attention. Send for new 
Illustrated Catalogue. 




Bates Brothers, Manufacturers of Ladies' 
Long Pocket Books, Gentlemen's Wallets, Card 
and Letter Cases, Bill Books, Purses, Etc., 
Athol, Mass., New York Office and Sales Room, 
No. 8 Thomas Street, — The business carried on 
by Messrs. Bates Brothers, was founded over a 
score of years ago in Montague and was removed 
to Athol in 1871, then being conducted by 
Messrs. Palmer, Bates & Co. It has long been 
one of the most prominent industries of the 
town, and the products have a high reputation 
for good style, durability and excellence of 
workmanship, they being disposed of through 
the firm's New York Office and Salesroom No. 8 
Thomas Street. The premises occupied com- 
prise a main building, 2 stories and a basement 
in height and 28x100 feet in dimensions, and an 
ell of similar height measuring 28x.50 feet. The 
machinery in use is of the most improved de- 
scription and enables the firm to quote the low- 
est market rates on their goods while keeping 
them fully up to the standard in every respect. 
Employment is given to from 100 to 125 assist- 
ants and a full line of Pocket Books, Wallets, 
Purses, etc., is manufactured, comprising La- 
dies, Pocket Books, Gentlemen's Wallets, 
Card and Letter Cases, Purses. Bill Books and 
other articles of a like nature. The stock is 
carefully selected, and every detail of the work 
is carried on under close and skilful supervis- 
ion, the result being goods that sell on theu* 
merits against the sharpest competition. The 
firm is composed of Messrs. J. P., G. D. and 
C. A. Bates, all of whom were born in South 
Deerfield. 



Parmenter & Kendall, P. O. P. C. H. 

Clothiers, Hatters and Furnishers ; Main street, 
Athol, Mass.— The mystic letters "P. O. P. C. 
H. may not mean anything to some of our 
readers, but to such of them as reside in Athol 
and vicinity they mean a good deal, for the 
"People's One Price Clothing House" is a 
"■great institution" in that town, and enjoys 
a degree of popularity only to be gained by 
jears of enterprising and faithful service. 
Operations were begun in 1884 by Messrs. S. 
Packard & Co., and in 1886 the present firm — 
Messrs. Parmenter & Kendall — assumed con- 
trol. Mr. F. S. Parmenter is a native of this 
town and is a very prominent business man, 
being Treasurer of the Athol Board of Trade, 
and Sir. W. H. Kendall was born in Boston and 
is also a leading business man, being very 
popular with the purchasing public and having 
the valuable faculty of judging very accurately 
as to what his customers want — thus saving 
both them and himself time and trouble. The 
"P. O. P. C. H." is located on Main street, the 
premises occupied being 25 x 60 feet in dimen- 
sions. The stock comprises clothing, hats and 
caps and furnishings in general, and all classes 
of trade are catered to, so that whether j'ou 
want a suit for working or for dress wear you 
can get it here at the very lowest market price. 
Many fashionable novelties are shown in every 
department and all callers are sure of receiving 
immediate and polite attention and getting £ 
full 100 cents worth of value for every dollar 
they spend. 



I 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



61 



Andrew J. Hamilton, Athol I^ife unci Fire 
Insurance Agency, and Athol Music Ware- 
rooms, Established 1865, No. 9 Exchange St., 
Athol, Mass. — The "Athol Music Ware-rooms'" 
are the recognized headquarters for Pianos, 
Organs and Musical Instruments and merchan- 
dise in general so far as Athol and vicinity are 
concerned, for Mr. Andrew J. Hamilton, the 
proprietor, is in a position to meet all honor- 
able competition in this line of business, his 
goods being the best that the market aftbrds 
and his prices are as low as the lowest. 
These facts are so generally known that we 
will not enter into a detailed consideration of 
them, but will proceed to call attention to Mr. 
Hamilton's facilities for the satisfactory plac- 
ing of Fire and Life Insurance. The Athol 
Life and Fire Insurance Agency, was estab- 
lished in 186.5, by Mr. H. B. Hunt and was con- 
tinued in 1868 by Messrs. H. B. & N. H. Hunt, 
the firm-name being subsequently changed to 
Hunt Brothers. In 1877 the firm of Hunt & 
Hamilton assumed control, and in 188.3 Mr. 
Hamilton whose connection with this agency 
has been continuous since April 1871, became 
sole proprietor. He is a native of Shrewsbury, 
Mass., was educated at Powers Institute in 
Barnardston, Mass., holds a commission as 
Justice of the Peace and as Notary I'ublic. 
and Commissioner to Qualify Civil Officers, and 
is one of the best-known business men in this 
section of the state. He represents the leading 
Fire and IJfe Insurance Companies of the 
world, and is in a position to write policies at 
the very lowest market rates. The strongest 
reason in favor of placing Insurance through . 
this agency is that afforded by the character of 
the companies acted for, a list of which is here- 
with given : 

Aetna Insurance Company, Hartford, Conn. 
Phenix, " " " " ; 

Hartford, " •• •' " 

Ins. Co., of North America, Philadelphia, Pa. 
Springfield Fire and Marine, Springfield, Mass. 
Home Insurance Company, New York. 

Hanover, " " " " 

German American Insurance Co., " " 

Eoyal, England. 

London Assurance, " 

Commercial Union, " 

New England Mutual Life Insurance Company. 
Worcester, " Fire " " 

Quincv, " " " " 

Holyoke, " " " " 

Abington Mutual Fire Insurance Company. 
Traders and Mechanics, Lowell, Mass. 

No stronger combination could be got together 
and it is not surprising that many policies 
should be issued through this old-established 
and carefully managed agency. 

C. Warren Cheney, Machinist, Athol, 
Mass. — Mr. C. Warren Cheney is a native of this 
town and has carried on the machinist's busi- 
ness here for nearly a score of years, having be- 
gun operations in 1870. He is well and favorably 
known to many in connection with the "Climax 
Lawn Mower," which he manufactured for 
some time but has now disposed of. The ex- 
cellent mechanical construction of this favor- 
able appliance had much to do with its success. 



for Mr. Cheney allows no inferior work to leave 
his shop, giving every detail of his business 
careful personal supervision. He now manu- 
factures an adjustable Fork Wrench which is 
highly commended by practical men, as it com- 
bines convenience, strength and efliciency to a 
marked degree. Flyers for Silk Spinning Ma- 
chinery are also made by him, and a General 
Machine Jobbing business is carried on, every 
order being assured prompt, skilful and pains- 
taking attention. Although Mr. Cheney does 
excelleni work he charges no fancj^ prices, but 
on the contrary quotes rates that cannot fail to 
be considered moderate by the most economi- 
cally disposed. His shop is well fitted-up and 
orders can be filled at short notice. 



H. A. Scott, Custom Cabinet Maker, Desks 
and Office Furniture a specialty. Rear Lee's 
Shoe Sho]). Athol, Mass. — No other piece of 

office-f u r- 
niture has 
been re- 
c e i V e d 
with such 
marked 
and gener- 
al favor 
as the 
"Poll-top" 
T)csk, for 
Bankers, 
Lawyers , 
Clergy - 

men, Physicians, Merchants — In fact every- 
body who has occasion to use a desk frequent- 
ly can find nothing even approching the con- 
venience or general utality of this ingenious 
and labor-saving device. Poll-top Desks cost 
more than most other stj'les, and some think 
they sare money bj' choosing the other varie- 
ties, but the saving is doubtful. There are few 
professional or business men whose time is 
not worth at least a dollar an hour, and the 
moments spent in putting away and taking out 
papers etc., when the connnon stj^le of desk is 
used, soon amount to much more than the dif- 
ference in first-cost, for with the roll-top a 
single movement of the arm places under lock 
and key everything on the desk, so that an 
hour or a week afterward the owner may open 
it with the certainty of finding things as he 
left them. A well-made roll-top desk will last 
a life-time, and in order to "get the best"' it is 
only necessary to communicate witli Mr. H. A. 
Scott, doing business in the rear of Lee's Shoe 
Shop, foi he has every facility at hand for the 
doing of first-class Custom Cabinet Making, 
and makes a specialty of Roll-top and other 
Desks, and Oflice Furniture in general. Opera- 
tions were begun in 1887 by Messrs. Scott & 
Nye, and the present proprietor assumed sole 
control the following j^ear. He is a native of 
Winchester, N. II., and gives careful personal 
attention to every order, employing two compe- 
tent assistants and turning out work at short 
i notice. Carefully selected stock is used, mod- 
! erate prices are quoted, and entire satisfaction 
i confidently guaranteed to every customer. 




<62 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



C. P. Richardson, Manufacturer of Archi- 
tect's and Carpenter's Transits, Athol,Mass. — 
Mr. C. F. Richardson has been sole proprietor 
of the business with which he is identified since 
1886, ithaving been founded by Mr. Nathaniel 
Eichardson, who was succeeded by Messrs. G. 
H. & C. F. Eichardson. The present owner 
was born in this town, and is a very widely- 
known citizen, formerly having been a mem- 
ber of the Board of Selectmen. He does a gen- 
eral machine jobbiog business, and maintains a 
shop comprising 2 floors, and measuring 30 x 
75 feet, it being very completely fitted up with 
improved machinery, tools, etc. Employment 
is given to 17 competent assistants, and orders 
are promptly and accurately filled at moderate 
rates. Mr. Eichardson manufactures Light 
Hand Lathes to a considerable extent, but 
makes a specialty of two ingenious and useful 
instruments, invented and patented by him. 
The first of these is an Architect's and Carpen- 
ter's Transit, designed expressly to meet the 
wants of those who require some instrument 
lor the taking of angles, but do not care to pay 
rthe high price demanded for Surveyor's or En- 
.gineer's Transits. It is warranted accurate and 
well-made, and is sold for $15.00. With short 
legs the instrument is 8 inches high, and for 
$1.50 extra Extension Legs will be furnished, 
making the height adjustable from 2 feet 8 
inches to 4 feet 8 inches. The second is a 
Levelling and Squaring Instrument for the use 
of Architects, Builders, Stone Masons, etc. It 
is warranted to be the best, cheapest and most 
durable in the market for the money, and 
weighs in box packed ready for shipment 135 
lbs. The price is $12.50, japanned, or $17.50, 
all brass and nickeled. 

L. Morse & Sons, Manufacturers of Cribs, 
Cradles, Towel Hacks, Pine Tables and Wash- 
stands, Athol, Mass. — One of the oldest-estab- 
lished and best known manufacturing enter- 
prise in Athol Centre is that carried on under 
the style of L. Morse & Son, on Mechanic 
street. This undertaking was founded nearlj^ 
40 years ago, by Mr. L. Morse, and the 
present firm-name was adopted some sixteen 
years afterwards. The senior partner retired 
in 1877, and the business has since been contin- 
ued by Messrs. L. B. and F. F. Morse, both 
of whom are natives of Athol. Mr. L. B. 
Morse served in the army for nearly three 
years, and was Representative to the Legisla- 
tion in 187i). The firm manufacture cribs, 
cradles, towel racks, pine tables and wash- 
stands, selling at wholesale exclusively and 
doing a very extensive business. Their goods 
are universallj' known among the trade and 
give such excellent satisfaction to consumers 
as to always be in active demand. Some idea 
of the magnitude of this demand may be gained 
from the fact that 00 experienced assistants, 
aided by a complete plant of the most eiruient 
machinery obtainable, are required to fill the 
manj' orders received with the accuracy and 
promptness expected by those familiar with the 
record of this widelj'-kuown com-ern. The 
main factory is a four-story strcture, 40x100 
feet in dimensions, with a three-story ell meas- 
uring 32 X 28 feet. There is a paint shop SO x 30 



feet in size, together with various storehouses, 
sheds, etc. With such facilities, and with so 
many j^ears experience, Messrs. L. Morse & 
Sons are in a position to easily meet all honor- 
able competition, and to quote the lowest mar- 
ket rates on all the various articles they manu- 
facture, a fact w^hich is so generally understood 
as to fully explain the magnitude of their busi- 
ness. 

Exchange Street House, Emory Gage, 
Proprietor, A Choice Line of Family Groceries, 
Also Tobacco, Cigars, Fruit, Confectionery, 
etc.. Board and Lodging at Reasonable Rates. 
Exchange Street, Athol, Mass. — The "Ex- 
change Street House" is just such a hotel as 
experienced travellers look for in everj' city 
and town they visit, for it is one of those houses 
at which a maximum of comfort is afiorded at 
a minimum of expense, and well deserves the 
high reputation it holds among the traveling 
public. The patronage is by no means confined 
to this class however for many permanent guests 
are accommodated, the house combining ihecom- 
forts of a home with the conveniences of a first- 
class hotel, while the charges for Board and 
Lodging are so reasonable as to come within 
the means of all. Emplojanent is given to 5 as- 
sistants, and from 30 to 40 guests can be ac- 
commodated. The proprietor, Mr. Emory Gage, 
is a native of Athol, Mass., and has been con- 
nected with his present enterprise since 1883. 
Besides the hotel, he carries on a first-class 
Family Grocery store, and oflFers a very large 
assortment of choice Staple and Fancj' Grocer- 
ies to choose from at the lowest market rates. 
Customers are assured of prompt and polite 
attention, and the goods sold ai-e guaranteed to 
prove as represented in every instance. Tobacco 
and cigars are extensively dealt in, all the most 
popular brands being handled, and a fine stock 
of Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Pure confec- 
tionery etc., may also be found here at all times, 
the prices being as low as the lowest, quality 
considered. 

Train & Jordan, Stoves and Eauges, Plum- 
bing and Heating; Tin Roofers and Sheet Iron 
workers, Tinware auTl Refrigerators; Jobbing 
a Specialty, 59 Main street, Athol, Mass. — The 
firm of Train & Jordan offer a large assortment 
of stoves and ranges to choose from, and as 
they handle the most improved styles and 
quoce the lowest market rates, it is natural 
that they should do a large and steadily grow- 
ing business in this line. The enterprise was 
at one time carried on by Messrs. E. W. Ti-ain 
& Co., who were succeeded in 1885 by Messrs. 
Train & White, the present firm being formed 
in 1887, the premises now occupied at No. 59 
Main street being moved into June 1st, 1889. 
These are of the dimensions of 30x05 feet with 
a large basement, and are fitted up with every 
facility for the doing of tin and sheet-iron work, 
steam heating, plumbing and general jobbing. 
The stock includes water and steam heaters, 
furnaces and stoves, tinware, refrigerators and 
in short a full assortment of such goods as are 
generally to be found in a first-class establish- 
ment of this kind, and the lowest market rates 
are named. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



63 



L. C. Sawin, Athol Carriage Works, Dealer 
in Two-seated Wagons, Open and Top Buggies; 
Farm, Team and Express Wagons and I.ight 
Buggies built to Order ; Carriage Repairing in 
all Its branches ; Established IS'TG. Athol, Mass. 
— In calling attention to the advantages ofl'ered 
at the Athol Carriage Works, we feel that we 
are doing a genuine service to such of our 
readers as may wish to procure a light or heavy 
carriage or wagon and are undecided where to 
place their order, for we are convinced that 
there is not an establishment in New England 
at which superior vehicles can be bought for 
the same amount of money. "Cheap" carriages 
and "cheap" wagons are to be avoided. They 
are "cheap" only in name and will prove more 
costly in the long run than an honestly made 
vehicle bought at a fair price. The proprietor 
of the Athol Carriage Works, Mr. L. C. Sawin, 
deals only in vehicles that he can honestly 
recommend, and those who purchase a carriage 
or a wagon of him may safely depend on its 
proving just as represented, the practice of 
covering up defective work with handsome 
paint not being followed at his establishment. 
Mr Sawin is a native of Ashburnham, Mass., 
and served a year in the army, under Gen. 
Banks during the Fort Hudson campaign. He 
held the position of Constable for 9 years, and 
is now serving the third year as Post Comman- 
der of H. V. Smith Post iSTo. 140 of Athol, and 
is one of the most generally known and 
respected of AthoFs business men. He became 
identified with his present enterprise in 1876 
and has built up a very large trade, his custo- 
mers being by no means confined to residents 
of this town. The premises made use of com- 
prise two floors, a basement and an attic of the 
dimensions of 30 x 60 feet, together with a 
spacious blacksmith shop, and a large stock is 
constantly carried, consisting of two-seated 
wagons, open and top buggies etc. Farm, 
team and express wagons and light buggies 
will be built to order at short notice and at 
reasonable rates, and particular attention is 
given to carriage repairing in all its branches. 

"W. E. Winchester, Cracker Baker, Bread, 
Cake, Pastry, Canned Goods, etc., Exchange, 
Street, Athol, Mass. — It would probably be 
impossible to find a more completely equipped 
establishment of the kind in this portion of 
the state than that conducted by Mr. W. E. 
Winchester, on Exchange Street, and as the 
management is as satisfactory as the equip- 
ment, it follows that no more desirable place 
exists at which to procure Bread, 
Cake, Pastry, Crackers and other articles 
usually found in a first-class Bakery. The 
business was founded a number of years ago, 
and the present proprietor has had control since 
the early part of 18S9, he succeeded Mr. Albert 
Ellsworth. Mr. Winchester was born in Brat- 
tleboro, Vt., and understands his business 
thoroughly in every detail. He makes a spec- 
ialty of Catering to Parties, Societies, etc., and 
is in a position to guarantee satisfaction, both 
as regards the quality of the supplies and the 
lowness of the prices. Cracker Baking is an 
important department of the business, both 
■wholesale and retail orders being filled at very 



short notice. Employment is given to 5 assist- 
ants, and immediate and polite attention is as- 
sured to every caller, the stock being always 
fresh, attractive and complete in every detail. 

Samuel Lee, Hardware, Sash, Paints, Oils, 
etc.. Main Street, Athol, Mass. — Mr. Samuel 
Lee is .i native of this town and has long held 
a prominent and representative position among 
the business men of this vicinity. He formerly 
held the position of Assessor and now acts as 
Town Treasurer and Collector. The establish- 
ment conducted by him is located on Main St., 
and the premises have an area of 2400 square 
feet, a very large stock being carried compris- 
ing Hardware in general. Paints, Oils and 
Varnishes, Doors, Sash and Blinds, Glazed 
Windows and other widely-used commodities. 
Mr. Lee has been identified with this enter- 
prise since 1873, the firm of Humphrey & Lee 
being formed at that date and continued until 
Mr. Lee became sole proprietor in 1888. 
A large and steadily increasing business is 
done, for only desirable and dependable goods 
are dealt in and the very lowest market rates 
are quoted in every department. Everj-^ order, 
whether large or small, is assured prompt and 
painstaking attention, for the proprietor gives 
careful personal supervision to the details of 
the business and spares no pains to maintain 
the high reputation his establishment enjoys 
among Builders and the public in general. 

City Hotel, M. O. Perham, Proprietor, 
fiirst-class accommodation for transient and 
permanent boarders, free carriages to and from 
depot. Main Street, Athol, Mass. — There is no 
question but that the standing of a town, among 
strangers at least, is largely dependent upon 
the character (-f its hotel accomodations, and 
the excellent reputation of Athol as a town to 
do business in, or to visit on a pleasure trip, is 
due in a great measure to the enterprise and 
liberality shown in the management nf its 
public-houses. The City Hotel occupies a 
prominent and leading position among these 
establishments, for the pleasantness and con- 
venience of its location, as well as the excel- 
lence of the accommodations afibrded, commend 
it to the favorable attention of the most fastid- 
ious traveler. Mr. J. T. Stevens carried it on 
from 1886 to 1888, when he was succeeded by 
the present popular proprietor, Mr. M. O. 
Perham. This gentleman was born in Burke, 
Vermont, and has fairly won the popularitj' re- 
ferred to, by his intelligent and painstaking 
efforts to make every guest comfortable and 
thoroughly "at home". The City Hotel is very 
conveniently arranged and is thoroughly and 
comfortably furnished, there being accommo- 
dations for 40 guests. The table is supplied 
with the best that the market affords, and the 
cooking is first-class as is also the service, there 
l)eing employment given to competent assist- 
ants, and the wants of patrons being assured 
immediate attention. Commercial travelers are 
especially catered to, there being none of those 
petty extortions practiced which the fraternity 
have too often to put up with. The terms of the 
house are very reasonable both to Transient and 
Permanent guests. 



64 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



Millers River Manufacturing Company, 

Satinets and Horse Blankets, Athol. — It is over 
a quarter of a century since the Millers River 
Manufacturing Company was incorporated, and 
many improvements have been made in machin- 
ery and methods since the company began 
operations, but the management have always 
been prompt in adopting devices of real merit, 
and the plant of machinery in use to-day is con- 
sequently of the most improved description — 
as indeed might easily be guessed from the 
demand for the company's products and their 
uniformly excellent quality. The development 
of the business has been hampered to some 
extent by serious lire-losses but these have not 
proved an unmixed evil, as advantage has been 
taken of the opportunity to improve upon pre- 
vious arrangements and appliances. The mill 
is a two-story and basement structure, of the 
dimensions of 45 x 100 feet, and six sets of 
machinery are in operation, together with 38 
looms, the whole being run by water-power. 
Storehouses, outbuildings, etc., are at hand to 
facilitate the carrying on of the business, and 
employment is given to 70 assistants. Satinets 
are largely manufactured, many beautiful 
designs being produced every season, and no 
pains being spared to assure that the goods 
shall be fully up to the standard in every 
respect. Horse blankets are also very exten- 
sively produced, and a ready market is found 
for the entire out-put of the mill, as the articles 
give the best of satisfaction and arc supplied at 
the lowest market rates. The president and 
treasurer, Mr. George T. Johnson, has been 
identitied with the enterprise for many years, 
and the success the company has attained is 
largeljr due to his persevering and enterprising 
eflForts to improve the quality of the pi'oduct in 
every practicable waj'. Mr. Johnson gives 
careful personal supervision to the many details 
of the business, and the most extensive orders 
can^be promptly and accurately filled. iJ.Q 



T D. Goddard, Packing Boxes, Doors,^Sash, 
etc.. Main Street, Athol, Mass. — Hundreds of 
thousands of feet of Lumber are consumed 
every year in the manufacture of J'acking 
Boxes, and the constantly increasing demand 
for them is a sure index to the industrial and 
mercantile prosperity of the couutr}^ The 
cost of such boxes has been reduced to a very 
low figure by the successful application of ma- 
chinery to almost every detail of the work, and 
one of the best-equipped factories of the kind 
in tliis section, is that conducted by Mr. D. 
Goddard, on Main Street. This gentleman be- 
gan business in 1888, and has attained a high 
reputation for promptness and accuracy in the 
filling of orders, and for quoting prices 
as low as the lowest. The premises utilized 
have an area of about 2000 square feet, and the 
plant of machinerj^ is run by water-power. Mr. 
Goddard deals in Window and Door Frames as 
well as in Boxes, and always has a large assort- 
ment of standard sizes in stock. The most ex- 
tensive orders can be filled at short notice, and 
those who want anything in this line would do 
well to avail themselves of the unsurpassed 
facilities here ofi'ered. 



Parmenter & Tower, Dealers in Foreign 
and Domestic Dry Goods, Small Wares and 
Trimmings, Household Goods, Carpets, Paper 
Hangings and Borders ; Brick Block, nearly 
opposite the Bank, Athol, Mass. — It is some 18 
years since the business carried on by Messrs. 
Parmenter & Tower was established, and the 
character of the policy pursued since its incep- 
tion is significantly indicated by the high estima- 
tion in which this firm is held by the purchasing 
public. It is often remarked that when Messrs. 
Parmenter & Tower announce special bargains 
in any department, the announcement is always 
sure to be fully justified by the facts, and as 
bargains are constantly being received, it is no 
wonder that well-informed buyers make it a 
rule to visit this popular establishment when- 
ever they are in its vicinity. It is located in 
the Brick Block, nearlj'^ opposite the Bank, and 
has an area of 3000 square feet, which is fully 
taken up by the very large and varied stock 
which is constantly carried. Among the com- 
modities dealt in are Foreign and Domestic Dry 
Goods, Household Goods, Small Wares and 
Trimmings, together with Carpets, Paper 
Hangings and Borders, and other articles of 
equal importance. The very lowest market 
rates are quoted in every department, and, as 
we have before stated, many exceptional bar- 
gains are offered in which even these low rates 
are discounted. Employment is given to 3 ex- 
perienced and polite assistants, and callers are 
waited upon with courtesy and celerity. The 
firm is made up of Messrs. F. C. Parmenter and 
A. R. Tower, the former a native of Peters- 
ham, and the latter of Boston. These gentle- 
men are too well-known hereabouts to need ex- 
tended personal mention, and have fairly 
earned the success they have gained by giving 
close personal attention to business, and con- 
stantly striving ^to improve the service ren- 
dered, 



B. P. Barrus's Dining Room, Central Blocks 
Athol, Mass. — As this book will circulate 
largely among non-residents of Athol we feel 
that we are doing our readers a genuine service 
in calling attention to the accommodations pro- 
vided by Mr. B. F. Barrus in Central Block, 
for this gentleman is prepared to furnish com- 
fortable rooms and excellent board by the daj" 
or week at a very considerable reduction from 
hotel prices, and those who propose to make 
a long or short stay in tow^n cannot possibly do 
better than to take advantage of the facilities 
he oft'ers, as all will agree who have given them 
practical trial. Mr. Barrus is a native of Win- 
chester, N. H., and has carried on his present 
enterprise since 1887. The Dining Room has 
seating capacity for 40 guests, and the bill of 
fare is suflieiently varied to allow of all tastes 
being suited, while the food i§ excellent in qual- 
ity, abundant in quantity, and is promptly and 
neatly served. Employment is given to 3 com- 
petent assistants, and immediate and courteous 
attention is assured to every customer. The 
prices are very low considering the excellence 
of the accommodations, and we have no hesita- 
tion in guaranteeing satisfaction to every caller. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



fiS 



Dr. Tolman, Deutist ; rarmenter'a Block, 
Main street, opposite Bank, Athol, Mass. — It 
has has been said that "it is more blessed to 
give than to receive — advice," and this is 
particularly true regarding advice oftered to a 
hapless mortal suflFering from toothache, for if 
there be one experience more exasperating 
than another, it is to have some sympathiz- 
ing (?) friend remark in a matter-of-fact tone, 
''Why don't you have it out?" when you are 
undergoing agonies from a defective molar. 
As if the idea of having to "have it out" 
hadn't haunted you like a grim spectre ever 
since you felt the first twinge ! The average 
man don't like to visit the dentist's. He has a 
wholesome horror of the mysterious looking 
tools to be found there, and in many cases pre- 
fers to "grin and bear if rather than place 
himself in a dentist's chair. But here he 
makes a great mistake. Whatever may have 
been the case in former days, at the present 
time the large majority of dental operations are 
absolutely painless. Science has provided 
means to fill cavities, to extract teeth, and to 
perform other operations of a similar nature, 
by which the work can be done so quickly and 
gently as to cause very little inconvenience. 
Much still depends, of course, upon the skill of 
the operator, but competent dentists arc not 
very hard to find, and should any of our 
readers want more particular directions we can 
do no better than to call their attention to the 
facilities oftered by Dr. Tolman, for this gentle- 
man not only has all the latest improved tools 
and apparatus at his command, but is personally 
one of the most skilful and gentle practitioners 
in this portion of the state. He is a native of 
Fitcliburg, served in the army very nearly four 
years during the Rebellion, and succeeded Dr. 
James Hemingway in the practice of his pro- 
fession in 1875. His rooms are in Parmenter's 
Block, Main street, near the Bank, and are 
very conveniently fitted-up for the comfort of 
patrons. Dr. Tolman carries on dentistry in 
all its branches, and we have no hesitation in 
guaranteeing that his work will give satisfac- 
tion. The charges are moderate, and no trouble 
is spared to combine thoroughness and gentle- 
ness to the greatest possible degree. 

Johnson & Whitmore, Fancy and Staple 
Groceries, Fruits, etc., Flour, Canned Goods; 
95 Main street, Athol, Mass. — A truly represen- 
tative grocery house is that conducted by 
Messrs. Johuron & Whitmore, doing business 
at No. 95 Main street, and we do not know of 
an establishment in this section where the 
purchaser is more positively certain to get full 
value for money paid. The business was car- 
ried on by Fay Brothers for a number of years, 
this firm being succeeded by Messrs. S. E. Fay 
& Co., and the present concern coming into 
possession in 1888. It is constituted of Messrs. 
F. O. Johnson and S. E. Whitmore, botn of 
whom are natives of this state. The premises 
have an area of 1,500 square feet, exclusive of 
a good-sized storeroom, and one may always 
find therein a most desirable stock of fancy 
and staple groceries, flour, canned goods, fruits, 
etc., complete in every department and contain- 
ing nothing that cannot be warranted to prove 



as represented. Employment is given to two 
well informed and courteous assistants, and 
orders are filled with a celerity and accuracy 
deserving of the very highest commendation. 

Geo. Gerry & Son, Manufacturers of Lum- 
pers, Wool and Waste Dusters, Rag Dusters, 
Nappers, Improved Cloth Measuring Machines. 
Shafting, Pulleys, Hangers, etc ; Lumper and 
Duster Cylinders Refilled and Repaired ; Gen- 
eral Machine Jobbing and Repairing; Athol, 
Mass. — The Textile Machinerj' made by Mr. 
George Gerry, and afterwards by Messrs. 
George Gerry & Son, has long been held in 
high esteem by mill owners, and when this firm 
put a new machine on the market it is assured 
a hearty reception, for those interested have 
learned from experience that the concern in 
question handle no appliance not of genuine 
value in the saving of time, the improvement 
of product, or botli. Every machine is sure to 
be carefully and strongly made of honest ma- 
terial, and will invariably give satisfaction 
when used as directed. Messrs. Gerry & Son's 
"Lumper," "Self-Changing Xapper,'" "Rag 
Duster," "Athol Duster," for wool and waste, 
and " Improved Cloth Measuring Machine " are 
all leaders in their special lines, and are sold at 
the lowest market rates consistent with good 
workmanship and the use of good stock. The 
firm also manufacture Shafting, Pulleys, 
Hangers, etc., and do General Machine Job- 
bing and Repairing, giving special attention to 
the Refilling and Repairing of Lumper and 
Duster Cylinders. The shop is located on 
River st., and measures 30 x 50 feet, the ma- 
chinery being run by both steam and water 
power. The founder of the business died in 
1876, but the old firm-name is retained by his 
son, Mr. Geo. M. Gerry, who was born inXorth- 
bridge, is well-known in Athol and vicinity. 

A. W. Tyler & Co, Dealers in all kinds of 
Coal, Athol, Mass. — The enormous amount of 
coal consumed annually in this country, and 
the rapidity with which this consumption is in- 
creasing, have caused some to fear that the 
supply will be exhausted within comparative- 
ly few years, but careful calculations prove 
this fear to have no foundation in fact, it being 
estimated that Pennsylvania alone could furnish 
enough coal for the entire Union for a century 
to come. Among the concerns located in Athol 
and vicinity handling this indispensible com- 
modity, a very prominent position must be 
given to Messrs. A. W. Tyler & Co., for this 
firm not only do a very large business but off'er 
so satisfactory a service to the public that their 
trade is steadily and rapidly increasing. The 
Coal Shed utilized have a capacity of 1800 tons, 
and is none too large at that, for a very heavy 
stock is constantly on hand, all kinds of Coal 
being dealt in, and lar^e or small orders filled 
without delay. Mr. Tyler was born in this 
town and has conducted his present business 
since 1883, it having previously been carried on 
by Mr. Alvin Miller. One policy has been 
pursued from the first,— standard grades of coal 
at bottom prices — and as the delivery is always 
prompt and reliable, no further explanation of 
the popularity of the enterprise is required. 



'66 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



Frost & Whitcomb, Plumbers, Tinners 
and Dealers in Furnaces, Ranges, Office, Par- 
lor, Coal and Wood Stoves, Pumps, Lead Pipe, 
Steam, Water and Gas Pipe, Tin, Glass and 
Wooden Ware, Old Iron, Paper Stock, etc., 
Athol Centre, Mass. — The establishment con- 
ducted by Messrs. Frost & Whitcomb is with- 
out doubt one of the most widely 
and favorably known stores to be found in this 
section of the state, for the business is of long 
standing, and|'has ever been managed in a way 
that has won for it the full confidence of the 
community. Mr. W. H. Frost has been identi- 
fied with it for 18 years, and at one time was 
sole| proprietor, afterwards being a member of 
the firm of Frost & Bemis, then of Frost, Bemis 
& Co., and finally adopting the present style in 
1888. He is a native of St. Albans, Maine, 
while Mr. J. F. Whitcomb was born in this 
state, and is very generally known in Athol 
and vicinity, at the present time holding the 
position of Assessor. The firm utilize 2 floors 
of the dimensions of 60 x 30 feet, and carry a 
very extensive and varied stock comprising 
Furnaces, Ranges, Office, Parlor, Coal and 
Wood Stoves of the latest and most approved 
designs. Pumps, Lead Pipe, Steam, Water and 
Gas Pipe are also largely dealt in, together 
with Tin, Glass and Wooden Ware, Old Iron, 
Paper Stock, etc., and Mowing Machines, 
Horse Rakes and other Agricultural Machinery 
are given special attention, only the best makes 
being handled and bottom prices being quoted. 
Employment is given to 2 experienced assist- 
ants, and immediate and painstaking attention 
is given to orders for Plumbing and Tin Work. 
Such commissions are carried out in accordance 
with the most improved methods, selected 
stock is used, and moderate charges are made 
in every instance, satisfaction guaranteed. 

A. P. Wheeler, Dealer in Paints, Oils, 
Varnishes, Brushes, Paper Hangings, Glass, 
• Artists' Materials, etc., Graining, House Paint- 
ing and Kalsomining done to order Brewers' 
Block, 333 Main Street, Athol Highlands, Mass. 
— There is no use in trying to do satisfactory 
painting with poor paints, and any attempt to 
Jo so is sure to result in failure and unnecessary 
expense. The only sure way to get paints that 
can be depended upon, is to buy of a practical 
painter who knows just what he is selling, and 
as Mr. A. P. Wheeler ''fills the bill" in every re- 
spect, it naturally follows that no mistake will 
be made if orders are placed with him. Mr. 
Wheeler was born in New Salem, Mass., and 
served in the army during the war. He opened 
his present establishment at No. 333 Main St., 
Athol Highlands, in 1887, and has built up an 
extensive business, for his goods are reliable 
and his prices as low as the lowest. A varied 
stock is carried, comprising Ready Mixed 
Paints, Oils, Varnishes, Brushes, Glass, Artists' 
Materials, Paper Hangings, etc., and prompt 
and polite attention is the rule to every caller. 
From 4 to 8 assistants are employed, for a spec- 
ialty is made of orders for Graining, House- 
painting, Kalsomining, etc., and such commis- 
sions are executed at very short notice, and in 
a thoroughly workmanship manner that is sure 
to satisfy the moat critical. 



E. E. Kelton, Dealer in Staple and Fancy 
Groceries, Teas, Coftees and Spices, Flour, But- 
ter and Eggs ; Athol Center, Mass.— The diffi- 
culty of carrying on an establishment of anj' 
kind so as to suit everybody, is not to be appre- 
ciated without giving the matter a practical 
trial, but some faint idea of it may be gained 
by a consideration of thH impossibility of suiting 
even all the members of a single family on the 
food question. But still, conscientious effort 
will do wonders, and those acquainted with 
the success attained by Mr. E. E. Kelton in so 
carrying on his grocery store as to make it 
popular and largely patronized, will ask no 
better example of this truth. Mr. Kelton is a 
native of Athol, and inaugurated his present 
enterprise in 1882, or rather it would be more 
correct to say he succeeded Mr. D. Aldrich at 
the date given. The premises occupied meas- 
ure 24 x60 feet, and are conveniently located on 
Main st. A very skillfully selected stock is 
carried, comprising Staple and Fancy Grocer- 
ies, Teas, Flour, Butter, Eggs, etc., and special 
provision is made for the accommodation of 
family trade, the goods being such as are re- 
quired by every family, and the prices being 
placed as low as reliable, and uniformly satis- 
factory articles can be sold. Teas and Coffees 
of the finest flavor are supplied at the lowest 
rates, and special inducements are extended in 
the line of choice Flour and other staple com- 
modities. There are 3 efficient assistants em- 
ployed, and callers are waited upon promptly 
and politely, while evei'y article sold is sure to 
prove precisely as represented. 

G. W. Stevens & Co. Dealers in Groceries, 
Provisions, Flour, Teas, Coffees, Spices, etc., 
Union Block, Main Street, Athol Centre, Mass. 
— There are about as many theories as to the 
best way of doing business as there are 
people interested enough in the subject to talk 
about it, but after all no improvement has ever 
been made on the good, old-fashioned plan of 
giving every customer a fair equivalent for his 
money and treating him in a manner that ren- 
ders it not only profitable but pleasant for him 
to come again. Such has been the method pur- 
sued by Messrs. G. W. Stevens & Co., since 
they began operations in 1874, and their success 
has been pronounced and prominent enough to 
fully justify the wisdom of their course. The 
premises utilized have an area of 800 square 
feet, and both Groceries and Provisions are 
carried in great variety and offered at the very 
lowest market prices. Family Flour is largely 
handled, the most popular brands being in 
stock and being supplied in bag or barrel lots, 
at a small margin above wholesale rates. Teas, 
Coffees and Spices are also given special atten- 
tion and genuine inducements held out to pur- 
chasers of anything in this line. The store is 
located in Union Block, Main Street, and suffi- 
cient assistance is employed to assure prompt 
and polite attention to every caller. The firm 
is composed of Messrs. G. W. Stevens and C. 
Crossman, both natives of Athol and generally 
known here. Mr. Stevens served 3 years in the 
army, and both he and Mr. Crossman give such 
close personal attention to the business that 
the success attained is pheuominal. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



(M 



J. D. Holbrook & Co., Dealers in Dry 
Goods, Small Wares and Carpets, Athol, Mass. 
— Mr. J. D. Holbrook has for years been ranked 
among the representative business men of the 
section, and there is not a merchant in town 
more widely and favorably known throughout 
the community. He has been identified with 
his present enterprise for 18 years, beginning 
operations in 1871 as a member of the firm of 
Holbrook, Twitchell & Co., which was suc- 
ceeded by Messrs. Holbrook & Twitchell, the 
existing firm being formed in 1881. Mr. Hol- 
brook holds the position of Representative and 
also that of Town Clerk, having served in the 
latter capacity for years. He has always been 
prominent in advancing the best interests of 
the community, and is a firm believer in Athol's 
future development. The firm occupy spacious 
premises, comprising a main store of the dimen- 
sions of 32 X 95 feet, and an ell measuring 20 x 2.5 
feet, all available space being utilized in the 
accommodation of the heavy stock, which in- 
cludes dry goods, fancy goods, carpets and 
small wares m great variety. It is unnecessary 
to describe this assortment in detail, even did 
space permit, for it is generally understood 
that the latest novelties in the several lines 
mentioned are always to be found here together 
with a full selection of staple goods. Another 
point requiring but passing mention is the fact 
that every article sold is guaranteed to prove 
just as represented, while it is obvious that the 
long and honorable standing of the house and 
the favorable relations consequently enjoyed 
with producers and wholesalers, put it in a 
position to obtain goods at bottom rates and 
offer corresponding inducements to customers. 
Employment is afforded to three courteous and 
well-informed assistants, and despite the mag- 
nitude of the business, patrons are assured im- 
mediate and polite attention. 

Athol Silk Co., Manufacturers of Silk 
Threads. Factory at Athol, Mass. — The Athol 
Silk Company carry on what is undoubtedly 
one of the most promising manufacturing en- 
terprises located in this town, for its present 
magnitude, great as it is, is but an indication 
of what it may reasonably be expected to 
develop into if the present methods of man- 
agement be continued. The "Downs & Adams 
Silk Manufacturing Company" was incorpor- 
ated in 1881, and in 1883 the existing company 
was organized, with a capital of $100,000. Mr. 
D. E. Adams is president and Mr. 'J'. H. Good- 
speed, treasurer. A New York office is main- 
tained at No. 437 Broadway, and a Boston 
office at No. 98 Arch street. The company 
manufacture silk threads in general, including 
machine twist, sewing silk, button hole twist, 
embroidery floss, etc., and produce goods that 
have no superiors in the market. A brick 
factory is utilized, containing two stories of 
the dimensions of 50x125 feet, together with a 
spacious dyehouse and a portion of another 
building. The plant of machinery in use is 
very elaborate and costly and is made up of 
the very latest improved appliances for silk 
manufacturing, enabling uniform accuracy to 
be attained, and explaining in a great measure 
the high standard of excellence reached by the 



company's products. In 1888, 27,000 lbs. of 
raw silk was manufactured and these figures 
will be considerably exceeded the current 
year. Employment is given to from 70 to 75 
assistants and orders are filled at short notice, 
while the prices quoted will always bear^the 
severest comparison with those named by any 
other manufacturers of goods of similar grade. 

Athol Paper Box Mfg'r. Geo. P. Sloan, 
Prop. Paper Boxes of all kinds. Athol.— 
Of late years, manufacturers and merchants 
have realized the fact that the popularity of 
many articles of commerce can be materially 
increased by improving the shape in which 
they are offered to the public. The natural 
result of this discovery is to be seen in the 
immense development of the paper box busi- 
ness. Paper boxes are made in so great a 
variety of forms and sizes, can be made so 
ornamental at so small an expense and are so 
universally convenient, that they form an 
ideal package for business purposes and are 
bound to constantly grow in favor. There- 
fore we are convinced that the Athol Paper 
Box manufactory has a most promising 
future in prospect, for this concern have an 
excellently equipped factory, are prepared to 
manufacture paper boxes of all kinds, and to 
turn out work equal to the best while quoting 
the lowest market rates on all their products. 
The establishment occupies 3 floors of the 
dimensions of 30x50 feet and is fitted-up with 
improved machinery run by water power. 
The undertaking is under the immediate man- 
agement of Mr. G. P. Sloan, who was born in 
this town. Employment is given to six assist- 
ants, and every order is assured prompt atten- 
tion and can be filled at very short notice. 

P. G. Amsden, Clothing, Gentlemen's Fur- 
nishings, Hats, Caps, Trunks, Hand Bags, etc.. 
Main street, Athol Centre, Mass. — The great 
and growing popularity of ready-made clothing 
among all classes of society is due to^a variety 
of causes, prominent among which are the ex- 
cellence of style and fit now characterizing the 
better grades of such garments, and the freedom 
from the delay and annoyance incidental to 
having clothing made to measure. The saving 
in expense is also a prominent factor, of course, 
and take it all in all, it is perfectly safe to 
assert that the proportion of ready-made gar- 
ments sold is bound to steadiliy and largely 
increase. An excellent establishment at which 
to procure anything in this line, is that con- 
ducted by Mr. F. G. Amsden, on Main street, 
and that the community generally appreciate 
this fact is proved by the large trade built up 
since operations were begun in 1888. Mr. 
Amsden was born in Athol, and has many 
friends throughout this vicinity. His methods 
are enterprising and honorable, and the main 
secret of his success is his policy of keeping 
full faith with his customers. The store is 
18 X 50 feet in dimensions, and is heavily stocked 
with dependable and fashionably cut clothing 
adapted to all ages and all uses. Gentlemen's 
furnishings are also largely dealt in, including 
Hats, Caps, Trunks, Hand Bags, etc., are 
offered, in. variety, bottom prices being quoted. . 



68 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



O. T. Brooks & Co., Dealers in Choice 
Family Groceries, Flour, Provisions, etc., Fine 
Teas a specialty. Athol, Mass. — The business 
carried on by Messrs. O. T. Brooks & Co., was 
established many years ago, and was at one 
time conducted by Messrs. Packard & Bangs, 
who were succeeded by Mr. I. F. Packard, he 
giving place to Messrs. Packard & Brooks, and 
they to Mr. O. T. Brooks, who in 1870 became 
a member of the firm of Brooks & Sears, the 
present firm-name being adopted in 1886. The 
firm occupy premises on Exchange street, 
their dimensions being 40x80 feet, and carry a 
very heavy stock comprising choice staple and 
fancy family groceries of every description, 
together with a full assortment of the most 
popular brands of flour and a fine line of pro- 
visions, etc., canned goods, foreign and domes- 
tic fruits and vegetables are largely dealt in, 
and a specialty is made of selected teas, the 
finest grades obtainable being oflered at re- 
markably low rates. Employment is given to 
six assistants, so that customers are assured 
more prompt and careful attention than is re- 
ceived at many establishments not doing half 
the amount of business done here, and the 
chief explanation of the popularity of Messrs. 
O. T. Brooks & Co.'s store is afforded by the 
fact that every article sold is sure to prove 
strictly as represented in every respect. 




Athol Machine Co. Iron Founders and 
Manufacturers of the Improved American Meat 
and Vegetable Chopper, Simpson's Patent Ad- 
justable Vise^ Wright's Animal Tether, and other 
Hardware Household and Agricultural Special- 
ties, Athol, Mass. — The Athol Machine Com- 
pany was organized in 18G8, with a capital of 
82.5,000. which was doubled a year later, the 
company now having a capital of $50,000 and 
operating one of the best-equipped factories of 
the kind in New England. The "Improved 
American Meat and Vegetable Chopper" is the 
most widely known of their productions, for 
these choppers are to be found everywhere — 
in private houses, hotels, Sausage Factories, 
Drug Stores (where they are found very useful 
in making Extracts, llnctures, etc.,) and are 
conceded to be far superior to any other ma- 
chine intended for similar uses. This is the 
only Family Meat Choi)per that chops the food 
just as it is chopped by hand, the meat not be- 
ing ground, torn or mashed but neatly cut, and 
the machine works so easily and swiftly 
that a child can chop in four minutes as 



much as could be cut in an hour with the old 
chopping knife and tray. It is simply and 
strongly made, and cannot break or get out of 
order with any reasonable usage. A great va- 
riety of sizes is made, from the Smallest Fam- 
ily size, cutting 3 pounds in 3 minutes, to the 
largest Butcher's size cutting from 80 to 100 
lbs. per hour. Among other valuable domes- 
tic appliances made by the company may be 
mentioned. "The Domestic Press for pressing 
corned beef and other meats and for extracting 
thejjuice from fruits; Wilder's Adjustable Swing- 
ing Shelves ;" The "Bouquet Flower Stand ;" 
the "American Fruit Gatherer;'" the "House- 
hold Emery ^Vheel Knife Sharpener, etc. 
Housework may be very much lessened by mak- 
ing use of these devices, and it is worthy of 
note that every machine the company sells is 
made to wear as well as to "look pretty." 
Wright's Animal Tether" is one of the most 
popular of their productions, which em- 
braces a full line of Vises for Amateur's and 
Professional's use, the Swivel Bench Vises are 
a special favorite, and are the most complete, 
the best made and the most varied offered by 
any manufacturer. The company are now Sel- 
ling Agents for the Standard Tool Company, 
so widely and favorably known as manufac- 
turers of Fine Tools. Space forbids our men- 
tioning them in detail, and indeed this is hard- 
ly necessary, for they are known to every me- 
chanic, and find a market in every part of the 
country. These Tools are off"ered at moderate 
prices, and are unsurpassed for accuracy, effi- 
ciency and durability. The premises utilized 
by the Athol Machine Co., comprise a main 
building, containing two floors measuring 35x 
210 feet, a foundry of the dimensions of 50x85 
feet, and a Grinding, Paint and Stock Room, 30 
x60 feet in size. From 50 to 60 assistants are 
employed and all orders can be promptly and 
satisfactorily filled. Mr. George T. Johnson is 
President of the companj-, Mr. A. Bangs is 
Secretary of the compauj^ 



C.J. Kratt, Photographer; Fine Work a 
Specialty ; Athol Centre, Mass. — The time has 
gone by when it was necessary to visit the 
larger cities in order to secure reallj^ artistic 
photographs, for the number of competent 
photographers has increased wonderfully of late 
years, and it would now be difficult to name a 
Massachusetts town of any importance that 
does not contain at least one of them. Among 
those doing business in this vicinity, we know 
of none whom we can more cordially recom- 
mend than Mr. C. J. Kratt, for this gentleman 
makes a specialty of fine work, and attains re- 
sults which have no superiors in even the most 
popular city studios. He is a native of Shel- 
burn Falls, Mass., and began operations in 
Athol Centre in 1887. His. establishment is 
located at 291 Main street, and is fitted up with 
the most improved apparatus, enabling orders 
to be promptly filled, and, with proper hand- 
ling, of course, assuming uniformitj' of excel- 
lence in production. Mr. Kratt carries on Pho- 
tography in all its branches, and gives pains- 
taking attention to the copying and enlarging 
of old daguerreotypes and other pictures. Chil- 
dren are also successfully photographed, and 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



69 



all of Mr. Kratt's portraits are characterized 
by an individuality and fine finish that win 
praise from the most fastidious. His charges 
are uniformly moderate, and we are happy to 
saj' his business is steadily and rapidly increas- 
ing. Mention should also be made that all 
kinds of picture frames are made to order on 
short notice, and any styles furnished at the 
lowest cash prices. 

Athol National Bank.— T. H. Goodspeed, 
president ; C. A. Chapman, cashier. The 
Athol National Bank was incorporated in 1874, 
beginning operations in the fall of that year 
with a paid-up capital stock of $100,000. Hav- 
ing now about finished the fifteenth year of 
its existence, the time has arrived when a 
comprehensive estimate of its work in the 
past and its probable prospects in the future 
can be made, and we think that the popular 
Judgment concerning the former point will be 
gratifying to those who have labored faithfully 
and intelligently to make the enterprise a suc- 
cess, encouraging them to form high hopes of 
what the future may bring forth. The organ- 
ization of the Athol bank was not the outcome 
of a "boom" or of any other abnormal con- 
dition of affairs, but was simply the result of a 
firmly-grounded conviction in the minds of 
some progressive business men that additional 
banking facilities would advance the interests 
of the community and yield a fair return to 
those furnishing them. These hopes have 
been fully realized, and it is not to be success- 
fully disputed that Athol is a richer and more 
prosperous town to-day than it could have 
been had not this or some similar enterprise 
been established. The bank has rendered efii- 
cient aid to many deserving local undertaking 
and combines with the natural advantages of 
the town to make Athol a very desiriable place 
to do business in. The president, Mr. Thomas 
H. Goodspeed and the cashier, Mr. Charles A. 
Chapman, have filled those positions from the 
first, and are associated on the Board of Direc- 
tors with the following gentlemen : J. M. Lee, 
O. A. Fay, J. G. Smith, H. C. Longley, H. M. 
Humphrey, J, D. Holbrook, F. C. Parmenter, 
Isaac Bourn and J. H. Lee. 

C. F. Gage, Dealer in Furniture, Wall-Paper, 
Small Wares and Fancy Goods, Stationery, Jew- 
elry, Confectionery, Crockery, Glass and Tin 
Ware, Five and Ten Cent Goods, Picture 
Frames made to order. No. 166 Main Street, 
Athol, Mass. — It is certainly not to be won- 
dered at that Mr. C. F. Gage should io a very 
large and constantly growing business, for the 
advantages gained by dealing with him are so 
many and obvious that there is little chance of 
even the most careless buyer failing to appre- 
ciate them. To begin with, he occupies a very 
large and attractive store which aftbrds excel- 
lent facilities for the display and examination 
of goods, it being very-well lighted and having 
a total area of very nearly 3000 square feet. 
Then the stock is an exceptionally varied and 
desirable one. It embraces Small Wares and 
Fancy Goods, Stationery, Jewelry, Confection- 
ery, Crockery, Glass and Tin Ware, together 
with a very complete assortment of Five and 



Ten Cent Goods which it would be useless to 
describe, as late novelties are continually being 
added and the articles are constantly being re- 
newed. Furniture Wall-Paper etc., are also 
dealt in to a considerable extent, and particu- 
lar attention is given to the manufacture of 
Picture-Frames to order, many beautiful styles 
being shown and bottom prices quoted. Mr. 
Gage is a native of Athol, and has been identi- 
fied with his present enterprise since 1875. He 
employs 4 eflicient and polite assistants, guar- 
antees all his goods to prove as represented, 
caters to all classes of trade, quotes the lowest 
prices in every department and in short pur- 
sues a policy fully deserving of the great pop- 
ularity it has attained. 

Augustus Coolidge, Fire Insurance Agent 
and Real Estate Dealer; Lee's Block, Main 
street, Athol. — The man who neglects to take 
advantage of the protection offered by the fire 
insurance system now in operation, on account 
of the expense attending such a proceeding, is 
more foolish than he who invests in a lottery, 
for the latter risks but a trivial sum and may 
win a valuable prize, while the former risks a 
great deal and cannot possibly gain much. At 
this late day, however, it is hardly necessary 
to call attention to the advantages of fire insur- 
ance, for they are appreciated by all classes of 
the community, and practically every owner of 
insurable property is more or less protected. 
Fire insurance companies are becoming more 
numerous every year, and as few men can 
spare the time necessary to ascertain the true 
standing of all these corporations, such an 
enterprise as that conducted by Mr. Augustus 
Coolidge, in Lee's Block, Main street, is a 
great public benefit, for this gentleman is pre- 
pared to write policies in abOut all the leading 
companies, and represents none unworthy of 
entire confidence. Mr. Coolidge was born in 
Erving, Mass., and has had an office in Athol 
for ten years or more, and has a branch office 
at Orange. He is Secretary of the Athol Board 
of Trade. Soon after locating in Athol he was 
impressed with the thought that real estate 
values were too low for a town with so many 
advantages for growth, and invested heavily. 
The success attending his operations has given 
him a reputation for sagacity and good judge- 
ment in real estate matters, and placed him in 
the first rank of Athol's business men. He has 
taken an active part in every measure for public 
improvement, and is favorably known in busi- 
ness circles throughout this section. An idea 
of the facilities he offers may be gained by a 
perusal of the following list, and it may pro- 
perly be stated that Mr. Coolidge is in a position 
to effect insurance with all the companies 
mentioned at the lowest market rates, that 
parties wishing to buy or sell real estate will 
find him a valuable adviser, and that he gives 
personal attention to the interests of every 
client. Representing the following companle- : 
Queen Insurance Co., of Liverpool ; Northern 
Assurance Co., of London ; Guardian Assurance 
Co., of Loudon ; Imperial Fire Assurance Co., 
of London ; Sun Fire OtBce, of London ; Nor- 
wich Union Fire Insurance Society, of London ; 
Niagara Fire Insurance Co., of New York; 



70 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN OF ATHOL. 



First National Fire Insurance Co., of Worces- 
ter, Mass.; Meriden Fire Insurance Co., of 
Meriden, Ct. ; Merchants' Insurance Co., of 
Newark, N. J. ; Middlesex Mutual Fire Ins. 
Co., of Concord, Mass. ; Dorchester Mutual 
Fire Ins. Co., of Boston, Mass. ; Merchants' and 
Farmers' Mutual Fire Insurance Co., of Wor- 
cester, Mass. ; Cambridge Mutual, of Cam- 
bridge ; Anglo-Xevada, Cal. ; Traders', Chicago ; 
National, Ct. ; Peoples' N.Y. American, N.Y. ; 
State of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. 

Hapgood & Smith, Manufacturers of 
Kouud and Square Match Splints ; Office and 
Factory, Athol, Mass. — We of the present day 
are so accustomed to the use of matches that we 
can scarcely realize that they are a compara- 
tively modern invention, and yet there are 
many persons who can remember when a "flint 
and steel was the main dependence of those 
who wished to "strike a light." The removal 
of the tax on matches has stimulated their pro- 
duction and lessened their cost to the public 
wonderfully, but in order to get even a faint 
idea of a small portion of the immense number 
of matches that are manufactured, a visit must 
be paid to such an establishment as that con- 
ducted by Messrs. Hapgood & Smith. This 
firm don't make matches but manufacture 
round and square "match spliuts'" for the use 



of those who do make them. The premises 
utilized comprise a main factory, two stories 
and an attic in height and 30x60 feet in 
dimensions, and a two-story ell, measuring 
20x60 feet. An elaborate and wonderfully 
efficient plant of machinery is in use, run by 
water-power, and employment is given to thirty 
assistants. The average production of the 
establishment is 1000 gross per day, equivalent 
(at SOO gross per day) to ll..")20,000 matches, 
which, estimating their length at 2{ inches 
would, if placed end to end, reach 25,920,000 
inches or about 408 miles I As may readily be 
imagined from t:iese figures, the annual con- 
sumption of stock is large, and the firm have 
an ample supply to draw from, being engaged 
in the lumber business in connection with a 
third partner, under the firm-name of S. F. 
Smith & Co. This concern is working up the 
5,000,000 feet of lumber which this extensive 
tract is estimated to contain. Operations were 
begun by Mr. L. W. Hapgood in 1858, and in 
1874 he became associated with ISIr. Ashmond 
Smith under the existing firm-name. Mr. 
Hapgood was born in Athol, and Mr. Smith 
in Petersham, both being widely known in this 
section. They do a very heavy and increasing 
business, being prompt in filling orders and 
quoting the very lowest market rates on their pro- 
ductions. 



LEADING BUSINESS MEN 



INOEX TO NOTICES, 



ATTORNEYS AND PHYSICIANS. 

DeWolf, Austin 24 

Dean, A. C. & Zabriskie, F. H. Drs . . . . 24 

Lamb, Samuel O 24 

Severance, W. S., M. D 24 

Wunscli, Mrs 24 

AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENTS. 

Sheldon & Neweomb 16 

Slate & DeWolf 22 

ARTISTS ANU PHOTOGRAPHERS. 

Albee, A. E 54 

Hall, H. E 11 

Howes, A. W 28 

Kratt, C.J 68 

Popkins, B. F 10 

Root & Richmond 11 

Thompson, Geo. H 39 

BOOTS AND SHOES. 

Bolton, F. R 47 

Fellows, M. S 7 

Holton, J. A 59 

Lord, Frank G 56 

O'llara, Richard 13 

Stay, Charles 14 

Sanger, C.T 38 

Shattuck, A. L 45 

BANKS, 

Athol National Bank 69 

Athol Savings Bank 52 

First National Bank, 6 

Greenfield Savings Bank, 15 

Millers River National Bank, 52 

Orange Savings Bank, 35 

Orange National Bank, 35 

BAKERS. 

Graves, C. O. & Co 6 

Winchester, ^V. E 03 

BOOT AND SHOE MANUFACTURERS. 

Littlefield, Geo. F. Shoe Co 32 

Reynolds, Jay B 39 

BOOKSELLERS AND STATIONERS. 

Brown, F. II. & Co 27 

Shattuck, A. 1 45 

CARRIAGE, HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTERS. 

Hastings, Minot 40 

Mountain & Pribble 59 

CROCKERY, CHINA AND GLASSWARE. 

Bridge, T. E 43 

CIGARS, TOBACCO, ETC. 

Hause, F. J 48 

Wiemers, II. M 18 

CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS. 

Bonnerville & Morin 20 

Carll,J. L 11 

Holden, D. D 11 

Jones, Gilbert E 21 

Smith, Dwight 22 



DENTISTS. 

Bement, J. R 40 

Coniins, G. S. H 24 

Smith, Charles E 58 

Tolman, Dr 65 

DRUGGISTS. 

Arsenault, Henrv «& Co 56 

Cheney, A. M. & Co 43 

Fish, Frederic W 42 

Martel & Favreau 32 

Peck & Hood 32 

Smith, C. A 37 

DRY AND FANCY GOODS. 

Boston Store 41 

Campbell & Co 29 

Forbes, W. A 22 

Gage, C. F 69 

Holbrook, J. D. & Co 67 

Mann & Waite 42 

Parmenter & Tower 64 

Yetter, J. Geo 16 

DOORS, SASH AND BLINDS. 

Ellis, Edwin & Son 56 

Goddard, D 64 

Miner. A. G 7 

Woodward, G. W 55 

FURNITURE DEALERS AND UNDERTAKERS. 

Dow, Charles F 53 

Gage, C. F 69 

Green & Vosburgh 19 

Hager, Willard 59 

GRAIN, HAY AND STRAW. 

Connor, W. H 48 

Lamb, J. Edward 12 

Lord, Wallace 54 

GROCERIES AND PROVISIONS. 

Brooks, O. T. & Co 68 

Cassidy Brothers 31 

Goldthwait, S. A 12 

Gage, Emory 62 

Hamelin, L 28 

Howe, C. G. & Co ••.... 42 

Johnson, W. G 29 

Johnson, A. L 47 

Johnson & Whitmore 65 

Kellogg, D. B 7 

Keith, Charles 14 

Keltou, E. E 66 

Lyon, W. H 16 

Mann, T. S . . 40 

Owen & Watson 29 

Pratt, J. G 45 

Smead, F. W 20 

Stevens, G. W. & Co 66 

Tyler, C. H 56 

Underwood & Adams 46 

Welch, P. F 30 

Wise, C. P 31 

Wood, W. W 41 



72 



INDEX. 



5' I^ 



HARNESS MANUFACTURERS. 

Bibeau, L 33 

Barber, Harding K 55 

Payne, S. B 17 

HARDWARE, PAINTS, OILS, ETC. 

Allen's Sons, S 22 

Lee, Samuel 63 

Meekins, E. B 29 

Sheldon & Newcoiub IG 

HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS. 

American House 10 

Barrus, B. F G4 

City Hotel 03 

Exchange St. House 62 

Elm House 7 

Franklin House 41 

Greenfield Dining Rooms 15 

Gartrell, F. S. Mrs 32 

Hotel Brooklyn 

Mansion House The 13 

Rock John 53 

INSURANCE. 

Coolidge, A 69 

Gleason, Albert M 8 

Hamilton, Andrew J 61 

Kaulback, G. H 24 

Lincoln, William & Co 46 

Williams, Gorham D 23 

LAUNDRIES AND DYE HOUSES. 

Greenfield Steam Dye House 13 

Simonds, M. 46 

LIVERY AND SALE STABLES. 

American House Stable 9 

Ball, .Tohn H 45 

Davis, C. A 30 

Gerald, Frank 28 

Goodman, David 38 

Graves, V. L 59 

Haley, CO 16 

Lee, .Tames M 55 

Mansion House Stable 10 

MILLINERY AND FANCY GOODS. 

Frost, M. E. Mrs 18 

Gerry, E. S. Mrs . . • • 41 

Miller, Wanda Mrs 21 

McKenna, T. F 38 

Sturtevant, A. & E. Mrs 14 

Smith, A. L 23 

Wrisley, M. Phila 24 

MARBLE AND GRANITE. 

Greenfield Marble Works 21 

Park, L 14 

MISCELLANEOUS. 

Connor, W. H. (coal and wood) 48 

Eichler, A. W. Miss (hair goods) • . . . 13 

Fouruier, Geo. (horse-shoeing) 31 

Interstate Mortgage Trust Co 19 

Lee, Solon W. (lumber) 55 

Mallory, T. R. (carpet cleaning) 12 

Orange Enterprise 36 

Turners Falls, Historical Sketch of . . . 25 

Tyler, A. W. & Co., (coal) 65 

Wing, Chauncey (pattern maker) .... 23 

MANUFACTURERS. 

Athol Paper Box Mfg. Co. (G. P. Sloan) . 67 

Athol Pump Co 60 



Athol Machine Co 68 

Athol Silk Co 67 

Bingham, Geo. W. (blind fixtures) ... 44 

Brewer, G. S. (wood turner) 58 

Bennett & Van Valkenburg, (cotton warp 

and yarns ) 54 

Bates Brothers, (pocket-books) 60 

Clark Machine Co. (turbine wheels) ... 31 

Cheney, C. Warren (machinist) .... 61 

Goddard & Manning, (piano cases) ... 58 

Goodman, J. Wesley (billiard table * 

frames) 54 

Goddard, D. (packing boxes) 64 

Gerr}^, Geo. & Sou (mill machinery) ... 66 

Hapgood & Smith (match splints) .... 70 

Lawrence, Geo. H. (box mfg.) 43 

Morse, L. & Sons (cradles) 62 

Millers River Mfg. Co. (satinets) .... 64 

Newton, Jesse O. (soap) 9 

Rice, L. W. (blank books) 9 

Rugg Mfg. Co., The (wood specialties) . 17 

Rodney Hunt Machine.Co. The 44 

Richardson, C. F. (transits) 62 

Stratton Brothers, (wood levels) .... 18 

Starrett L. S. (tools) 57 

Sawin, L. C. (carriages) 63 

Scott, H. A. (cabinet maker) 61 

Wood, Charles N. (paper boxes) 21 

Weissbrod Emil (leather goods) 9 

PIANOS, ORGANS AND MUSICAL MERCHAN- 
DISE. 

Davis, Chas. H 53 

Lamb, J. H 20 

Poulter, G. E 18 

PAINTS, OILS, ETC. 

Miner, A. G 7 

Manning, A. O 36 

Mann, T. S 40 

Smith, Chas. L 17 

Van Doom & Baldwin 17 

Wheeler, A. P 66 

STOVES, RANGES AND PLUMBING. 

Frost & Whitcomb 66 

Jones, E. J 19 

Train & Jordan 62 

Washburn, Enoch 47 

Whipple, R. P 8 

TA>LORS, CLOTHIERS, AND FUR .VISHINGS. 

Amsden, F. G 67 

Bryant, W. C 10 

Bannon, C. W 42 

Boyco, A. A 40 

Cote, N. L 28 

Cloutier, L. R 47 

Cook, L. A. & Co 8 

Kennedy, John 12 

Orange Clothing Co 36 

Parmenter & Kendall 60 

Smith, L. A 58 

WATCHES, CLOCKS AND JEWELRY. 

Foster, C. F 23 

Doton, E. H 30 

Robbins, A. F 37 

Follansbee, S. N 57 

Fay, Frank I 4S 



LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 




